F key for actions not working

[PhotoExpressions]

I'm trying to get my F keys assigned to actions working. When I go to the panel to assign or change them everytime I hit any F key it does not populate in the dialog box...instead it adjusts my volume on my laptop. Any ideas?

Thanks!

[Chuck Uebele · Accepted solution]

Many computer's F keys are dual function and you have to press the fn key (usually) on the bottom left of the keyboard) for the function keys to work.

[PhotoExpressions]

Thanks!I'll try it

[jane-e · Accepted solution]

Hi Jeff,

The Fn may be in the lower left, as it is on my laptop and iPad. On a standard Mac keyboard it is at the top in the right third.

If you are on a Mac, you can set the Function keys to use F1, F2, F3 and then press Fn for brightness, sound, etc., in Apple menu > Preferences > Keyboard > Keyboard. I don't know where this is if you are on Windows.

~ Jane