Skip to content | Method | Steps | Works on | |--------|-------|-----------| | | Press and release. Look for a lock icon or “Fn Lock” notification on screen. | Most HP laptops (2015+) | | HP System Software | Open HP Command Center or HP Hotkey Support → Toggle “Action Keys Mode” | Pavilion, Envy | | BIOS/UEFI | Restart → Press F10 at boot → System Configuration → Action Keys Mode → Disable/Enable | All models |
Pro tip: When Fn+Esc toggles, the Esc key often has a small LED indicator. Light on = F-keys are locked to hardware actions. HP’s icon set is mostly consistent. Here’s your cheat sheet: how to use function keys on hp laptop
You’re in a Zoom call and need to mute your mic quickly. If Fn Lock is off, F8 won’t mute—it’ll do nothing. Solution: Press Fn+F8 for mic mute, or enable Action Keys Mode so F8 works directly. | Method | Steps | Works on |
