- Chromebooks do not have dedicated function keys (F1-F12) like a typical keyboard. However, the top row of keys can serve as function keys when enabled.
- To enable:
- Open Settings > Device > Keyboard > Toggle “Treat top-row keys as function keys”
- This will make the top row act as F1-F12 keys when pressed alone.
- To use the normal Chrome OS shortcuts, press and hold the Search/Everything key while pressing the top row key.
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Remapping Keys
- You can remap keys like Search/Launcher, Ctrl, Alt, etc. to act as other keys like Caps Lock.
- To remap:
- Open Settings > Device > Keyboard > Remap keyboard keys
- Choose a key and select what you want it to act as from the dropdown.
Viewing All Shortcuts
- To see a list of all keyboard shortcuts available, press Ctrl + Alt + /
- This will open an overlay showing various system and app shortcuts.
Other Notable Shortcuts
- Search/Launcher + 1-9 = F1-F9
- Search/Launcher + 0 = F10
- Search/Launcher + – = F11
- Search/Launcher + + = F12
- Alt + Brightness Keys = Adjust brightness
- Alt + Volume Keys = Adjust volume
So in summary, Chromebooks have hidden function key support as well as robust keyboard customization options. Enable function keys or remap keys to suit your needs.
