Windows 10: Why does my esc, f1,f2, and 2 keys only works when I hold any other key?

I actually have the same exact problem with one of the questions here. link: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/some-keys-on-my-keyboard-only-work-while-another/06577b5a-c78d-4537-9803-f3f0ee975bee Basically, my esc, f1,f2, and 2 keys only works when I hold any other key. Note that I can still type @ with the shift+2 keys. I have already did many things like, updating the keyboard driver, doing the keyboard troubleshoot, and trying to update my system. I don't know what to do next. The other query for this problem here had a suggestion that its a hardware issue, but is it

:)

 

The f1 key and the f2 key do not work

Original title: [phím f1 và phím f2 không hoạt động]

Moved from: [Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings]

 

how to use f1-f12 key without holding fn key

Thanks for reaching out! I'm an Independent Advisor and a Microsoft user like you.

Please try these steps:

Method 1: Use the Fn Lock key (if available)

Some keyboards have a dedicated Fn Lock key, usually with a lock symbol. To enable the F1-F12 keys without Fn:

1. Locate the Fn Lock key on your keyboard.
   
2. Press the Fn key and the Fn Lock key simultaneously.
   

This should toggle the functionality so you can use F1-F12 directly without pressing Fn.

Method 2: Change settings in BIOS

If your keyboard doesn't have an Fn Lock key, you'll need to change the settings in the BIOS. The steps may vary slightly, but generally:

1. Restart your computer and press the key to enter BIOS setup (often F2, F10, Del or Esc) repeatedly at startup.
   
2. In the BIOS, navigate to the System Configuration or Keyboard settings section using the arrow keys.
   
3. Look for an option like "Action Keys Mode" or "Function Key Behavior" and select it.
   
4. Change the setting to "Enabled" or "Function Keys" mode. This will allow using F1-F12 without Fn.
   
5. Save the changes and exit BIOS. Your computer will restart with the new setting applied.
   

If neither of these methods work, your keyboard may not support changing the default F1-F12 behavior without using the Fn key. You can check the manufacturer's support website or manual for any additional options.

Please let me know if you need any further assistance.

 

The f1 key and the f2 key do not work

Hi,

Before upgrading to Windows 10, the keys F1 and F2 were still working. It sounds like a driver-related issue. When upgrading Windows, it does not automatically update the peripheral drivers. The drivers from the previous Windows 8.1 are still installed and
may need reinstallation by uninstalling them and installing the Windows 10 drivers. To help us understand the situation more, we'd like to ask the following:

• Which version or build of Windows device are you using? To verify your Windows, press
  Windows + R to open the Run window. Type
  winver and press Enter. A new window will open showing the version and build number of your Windows device.
• To avoid repetition, can you provide us with all the troubleshooting steps that you've done so far?
• Can you specify on how you use these function keys, with a different key on the board or just solo?
• Is your keyboard a standard keyboard or a gaming/customizable keyboard?

Additionally, we suggest running the
Find and fix problems with devices and hardware tool to automatically check your computer for hardware compatibility.

We'll keep an eye out for your response.