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Using it, you can modify the behavior of pretty much all sorts of keys on your keyboard: everything from the regular/standard keys to both function and modifier keys.

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Use the fn Key One solution is to hold down the fn key (or Globe key depending on your keyboard) on the bottom left of the keyboard layout.

Likewise, Apple's standalone Magic Keyboard lacks a Globe key for accessing alternative keyboard layouts and emoji, but you can remap this function to a modifier key, too.

To use them, you'll need to press and hold the Fn key on your keyboard, which will make the F keys appear in the Touch Bar. From there, you can select the key for the desired function.

To use them, you'll need to press and hold the Fn key on your keyboard, which will make the F keys appear in the Touch Bar. From there, you can select the key for the desired function.