We know our keyboards have 12 function keys(F1 to F12) but have you ever wondered what are their uses? Though F1 through F12 have some default primary and secondary (in combination to the Fn key) features, they can be used well in combination with keys like Ctrl, Shift and Alt.
Below is the list of uses of every function key from F1 to F12:
Below is the list of uses of every function key from F1 to F12:
F1
- Almost every program comes with a help or support menu and pressing F1 while on the program brings up the help menu instantly.
- So if you are in Microsoft Word and press F1 you will be taken to the extensive help section.
- F1 with the Windows key, however, shows up Windows Help and Support.
F2
- On your Windows Desktop, pressing F2 allows you to quickly rename a file or folder. So if you want to give a more specific name to your ‘Photos’ folder for example, click on it once using your mouse (not twice as that will open the folder), then press F2. The name of the folder will be highlighted so you can type over it.
- In Microsoft Word, press Alt + Ctrl + F2 to open a new document quickly and easily.
- Ctrl + F2 displays the ‘Print Preview Screen’ in Microsoft Word to give you the fast access to printer options.