![Function keys on Macbook Air](https://itechwa.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MacBook-function-keys.jpeg)
The most useful Function key on a Macbook keyboard is F3 …to jump between multiple screens or windows.
However, when you plug in an external keyboard to a Macbook Pro or Macbook Air and use a non-apple keyboard, then the function keys do not behave as they did on the Macbook itself.
F3 key does not work as it did on the Macbook (Dell keyboard , F3 is audio increase)
The F3 on Macbook is actually “Mission Control” and same functionality can be achieved by hitting “control” (or ^) plus the “up-arrow” key.
![](https://itechwa.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Macbook-Keyboard-shortcuts-1024x625.png)
This may differ from Osx versions but can be confirmed by going to “System” > “Keyboard Shortcuts” > “Mission Control” to see what shortcut is assigned to “Mission Control” and the other Function keys
![](https://itechwa.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Macbook-Keyboard-shortcuts-F3-1024x818.png)
Further Reading
How to login to an icloud email
How to login to an icloud email
Use keyboard function keys on Mac
https://support.apple.com/en-au/guide/mac-help/mchlp2596/mac