New Magic Keyboard function keys not working; space bar issue in Firefox

Hi, i just got a brand new magic keyboard, and none of the function keys work. i set up the keyboard as requested by the setup process.


in addition, the space bar doesn't work properly in firefox web address window


i'm on an imac 3.4 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5, running latest version of ventura 13.7.8

Posted on Aug 12, 2026 3:11 PM

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Posted on Aug 12, 2026 4:59 PM

The Magic Keyboard with the USB-C port requires macOS Sequoia or later. It won't work properly with macOS Ventura.


If you cannot upgrade your iMac to macOS Sequoia, return the keyboard and try to find a Magic Keyboard with the Lightning port. This model will be compatible with macOS Ventura.

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Aug 12, 2026 4:59 PM in response to cranky-d

The Magic Keyboard with the USB-C port requires macOS Sequoia or later. It won't work properly with macOS Ventura.


If you cannot upgrade your iMac to macOS Sequoia, return the keyboard and try to find a Magic Keyboard with the Lightning port. This model will be compatible with macOS Ventura.

New Magic Keyboard function keys not working; space bar issue in Firefox

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