Yes, it uses something called layers. You have a layer key that changes what key is pressed. Fn + 1 would make the keypress FN1. Shouldn't be a problem if you don't need to press the FN keys often. Answer from Shadowpanda0 on reddit.com
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Reddit
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r/MechanicalKeyboards on Reddit: Can you use the F keys in a 65% keyboard? With shortcuts?
March 1, 2021 -

Yes I am new here, I have not used a mechanical keyboard in my life. I am thinking of getting a ducky one 2 sf. My problem is that, like I haven't used a keyboard that doesn't include the f keys in my life, I do not know if they are useless for me or not, becuase sometimes I used them, yes, but most of the time only for adjusting the volume and brightness. So is their a way to acess the f keys in a keyboard using shortcuts in the ducky one 2 sf?

Pls don't hate, is just a little question I have

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Ask Ubuntu
askubuntu.com › questions › 1428394 › map-function-keys-on-65-keyboard
Map function keys on 65% keyboard - Ask Ubuntu
Ah, I almost forgot: If I enter BIOS, I can use Fn + number as function key with no problem at all. ... PS: If it isn't possible with fn key I don't mind create new shorcuts like Windows key + number to get function keys work if it's possible.
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TikTok
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How to Use F Keys on A 65 Percent | TikTok
November 24, 2025 - F1 key on mini keyboard, arrow keys on small keyboard, keyboard shortcuts tutorial, teclado g2 mini, button f ... this is why we love using a 65% keyboard 🙌 The HyperX Alloy Origins 65 is all u need 😚 #65keyboard #smallkeyboard #keebtok #65percentkeyboard #pcgaming #gamingsetup
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Mechkeys
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Understanding the 65% Mechanical Keyboards – mechkeysshop
In 60% layout, Arrow keys are accessible using the Fn key only. Other than this, both 60% and 65% have more or less a similar layout. They both occupy less space on the desk and are super comfy to use. Apart from 60 and 65% keyboards, Full-sized and 80% TKL(Ten Key Less) Keyboard layouts are also used widely.
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Redragon
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The Ultimate Guide to 65% Keyboards: Everything You Need to Know – Redragonshop
However, one disadvantage of the 65% keyboard is that the activation of secondary keys, such as the F row, the Tilda key, and the home cluster, all require a single FN click. This can take some getting used to if you're used to having dedicated keys for these functions.
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Akkogear
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65% Keyboards: Everything You Need to Know
July 4, 2025 - Another limitation is the absence of dedicated function keys (F1–F12). On a 65% keyboard, these keys are typically accessed by holding down the Fn key and pressing a number key (e.g., Fn + 1 for F1).
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Laptops Papa
laptopspapa.com › how-to-use-f-keys-on-65-keyboard
How to use f keys on 65 keyboard? - LaptopsPapa
December 20, 2023 - To use these keys effectively, users should become familiar with the keyboard layout. On a 65 keyboard, the F1-F8 keys are typically located at the top of the board, starting from left to right.
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Wooting
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Everything you need to know about 60% and 65% keyboards | Wooting
The single advantage over the 60% are the dedicated arrow keys. If you feel like you can’t get used to the FN- and PN-layer jiggling to access your arrow keys all the time, the 65% keyboard is right for you.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/mechanicalkeyboards › how do you press the f keys on 60% keyboards (poker,fc660m)?
r/MechanicalKeyboards on Reddit: How do you press the F keys on 60% keyboards (Poker,FC660M)?
January 11, 2015 -

I recently saw some cheap Poker keyboards on ebay;they look very good,they're compact.One problem though: i see that the F keys are printed on the side of the number keys and that the keyboard doesn't have separated F keys above the number keys,how do you activate them?

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TikTok
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How to Press F Keys 65 Keyboard | TikTok
November 24, 2025 - Learn how to access F keys on your 65% keyboard by pressing and holding 'FN (Function key) + the Number OF the F key you want to use'. Find out more PC tips, tutorials, hacks, and tricks!
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GitHub
github.com › zed-industries › zed › issues › 4435
Problem with Function Keys on Keyboard 65% [67-keys] · Issue #4435 · zed-industries/zed
October 3, 2023 - Keyboard Model: NuPhy Studio Halo65 67-keys Layout: American (US) Key in Question: "`" (backtick) and "~" (tilde backtick) Functionality Issue: The need to use the FN key to access these characters within the open-source text editor. Expected Behavior: The FN key should function as intended within the text editor, allowing for the proper use of the "`" and "~" characters. ... Ensure that the 65% keyboard is connected and recognized.
Published   Oct 03, 2023
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Tech Talkies
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How Do You Get the F Keys on a 65% Keyboard? Quick Tricks
July 28, 2024 - On a 65% keyboard, you can access F keys using layering. This means pressing a function key (Fn) along with a number key. For example, pressing Fn + 1 gives you F1. Here is a quick reference table: ... This method keeps the keyboard compact ...
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Gadget Visual
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Mastering F Keys on Your 65 Keyboard: A Comprehensive Guide - Gadget Visual
November 25, 2023 - F1 commonly aligns with help functions, guiding users through applications, while F2 typically manages file renaming. F5, on the other hand, stands as the go-to key for refreshing content in web browsers or file explorers. Mastery of your F-keys hinges on acquainting yourself with the specific functions assigned to each key, a task that varies across applications. Locating the F-keys on a streamlined 65% keyboard may necessitate a touch of investigation, particularly for those accustomed to a full-sized layout.
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Varmilo
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Everything you need to know about 60% and 65% mechanical keyboards : Varmilo
December 1, 2020 - If you have ever used a laptop, you’ll be familiar with this and pressing the numbers 1-9 and the symbols that make up the rest of the row. Similarly, by keeping the FN-key and imitating the arrow keys elsewhere on the keyboard, the arrow keys are also accessed. All of this involves some finger-acrobatics and puts the pinky to the test to reach various functionalities. It needs to keep either the PN or the FN keys. 65...
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GeekHack
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[IC] A "Gaming" 65% with accessible function keys and dedicated arrow keys
[IC] A "Gaming" 65% with accessible function keys and dedicated arrow keys