Windows 10: How do i change f12 key back to f12?

so for some reason my f12 key works the same as f11 and in key detector it is also detected as f11. i dont remember if i changed it myself or what but for now nothing worked. i tried this mouse and keyboard thing and it havent even detected my keyboard and i tried powertoys but it says it doesnt work with my laptop or smth. i use windows 11. im out of ideas to what to tell because i dont know anything about my lapotp, like what cpu does it excatly use etc. i hope someone can help me

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f12 key not working

hi i have hp envy 15 x360 with windows 11. I used to change my fan speed with f12 key but now when i press f12 key id doesn't open. please help me.

 

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.

 

Disable F12 Developer Tools

F12 Developer tools has made my internet browser (all) unusable. Entering data is one key at a time interspersed with closing the DT. I have the Home Edition of Windows 10 and have all the updates, tried opening IE, going to gears and F12 DT is listed
but there is no way to UNCHECK it as was suggested in an earlier blog. Please tell me how to get rid of the F12 Developer tools or at least disable. I am writing this on my MAC because the F12 DT kept popping up when I tried to input this on my Windows 10
desktop. HELP