DELL Precision 5520 Function Keys: Full Review and Shortcuts Explained

DELL Precision 5520 Function Key Overview

• 💡 The function keys (F1–F12) on the DELL Precision 5520 are located on the top edge of the keyboard and have both primary and secondary functions.
• 📌 Primary functions are generally universal, such as F1 for help menus, F5 for refreshing, F11 for fullscreen media, and F12 for developer tools in browsers.

Secondary Functions and Fn Lock

• 🔑 The secondary functions of these keys can be accessed by holding down the Fn key.
• ⚙️ To use the secondary functions directly, you can disable Fn lock by pressing the Fn button and the Escape button simultaneously.

Media and Display Controls

• 🎧 F1 mutes audio, F2 decreases volume, and F3 increases volume, all serving as media controls.
• ▶️ F4 rewinds, F5 pauses, and F6 forwards video playback, also part of the media control suite.
• 🖥️ F8 is used to switch displays when an external monitor or projector is connected.

Other Function Key Features

• 🔍 F9 is dedicated to initiating a search function.
• 💡 F10 controls the keyboard backlight, turning it on or off.
• 🔆 F11 decreases the screen brightness, while F12 increases it, allowing for brightness adjustment.