Magic keyboard functional keys (F1-F12) does not work.

I recently bought a new magic keyboard to my Imac (running on OS 12 Monterey). None of my functional keys (F1-F12 controlling sound, light etc.) are working. I have re-installed, connected with usb-c, but nothing works. Checking settings does not even include options to enable/disable. The keyboard has no "fn" key. Any suggestions?

iMac 21.5″, macOS 12.7

Posted on Jan 25, 2026 6:39 AM

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Posted on Jan 26, 2026 5:54 PM

Unfortunately the product page for the newer Magic Keyboards state that they are only compatible with "Mac with macOS 15.1 or later" (Magic Keyboard (USB-C) - US English - Apple).


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Magic keyboard functional keys (F1-F12) does not work.

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