How to swap the "fn" use of Function keys on an Apple Keyboard in Linux
Problem
I have an apple slim keyboard (USB) and if I want to use one of the Function Key as-is, I also have to press "fn " key first. Otherwise, it will try to perform the other function of the key, such as increasing or decreasing the display intensity, change the volume/mute, etc.... As well, the fn key is actually in the position of the "insert" key for regular keyboards. How can I fix all of that ? I really like this keyboard, as it make my typing much easier, and much more silent too. But some of those mappings that are different sometime bug me. Thanks :-)
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Fix for: How to swap the "fn" use of Function keys on an Apple Keyboard in Linux
Or, in case of permission issue: This will prevent you from having to reboot. Adding the option is a good idea, so the change persists through reboots. 0 = Fn key disabled 1 = Fn key pressed by default 2 = Fn key released by default From line 42: Mode of fn key on Apple keyboards (0 = disabled, [1] = fkeyslast, 2 = fkeysfirst)
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