Toggle function key on a MacBook Pro

Question

When you use the function (fn) key on a MacBook Pro, it acts like a shift key (only works while you hold it) as opposed to a toggle. Is there anyway to change this? Preferably with a native setting, but I'd also consider 3rd party software.

Solution 1

In System Preferences, under Keyboard & Mouse, you can opt to use the top row as standard function keys, accessing their special functions by holding fn. However, there is no built in way to toggle this with a keyboard shortcut.

Solution 2

Open the System Preferences > Keyboard and tick the "Use F1, F2, etc. keys as standard function keys" checkbox. This reverses the functionality of the buttons so now you can press the function buttons as normal!

Solution 3

It looks like Palua might help you achieve what you want, $1 from the Apple Store.

Comments

[Speederer]

Is this gnome, or what desktop are you refering to?