How to turn on the backlight on the keyboard

The backlight simplifies working with the device at night or in low light during the day. It is especially necessary for those who have not yet learned touch typing.

You can find out whether this function is available on your device by looking at the user’s manual or search the Internet for information about the model of your computer or laptop.

Advice!If the designations on the buttons have a translucent color, most likely there is a backlight.

Rules for turning on the backlight on the keyboard

Basically, in laptops, the Fn button and + one of the F1-F12 function keys are responsible for this function, depending on the manufacturer and model of the device. To understand which one, you can take a closer look at the drawings printed on the keys. However, remember that each key combination is responsible for a certain function (sleep mode, mute, etc.). To undo the actions, click this button combination again.

Consider the methods for turning on the backlight on laptops of some manufacturers.

1. Lenovo (Z500p): Fn + Space.
2. Msi (GE60, MSI GE70). A separate key located above the keyboard.
3. Asus:Fn + F3.
4. HP:Fn + F5 or F12.
5. MacBook and Microsoft.The default is "automatic". To configure, use the Boot Camp Control Panel.
6. AppleSystem Preferences> Keyboard.

Advice! A method for users without backlighting. Get a miniature USB device. Or you can do it yourself on the basis of lamps, cables, USB-connectors and additional reinforcing means.

Attention!If you find that the laptop has a button with the corresponding pattern, but the backlight does not turn on, then the following problems are possible:

1. Lack of driver.This problem may occur when reinstalling the operating system. To do this, go to the website of the laptop manufacturer and download the appropriate driver.
2. Shutdown inBIOS:

• Go into the device BIOS. Before turning on the laptop, pressFn + (F2 - F12, depending on model).
• In the configuration, select "System Configuration".
• Open the "Action Keys Mode" option.
• A special window will open. If it says "Enable", then everything is fine, otherwise change to this expression.
• Save the BIOS settings either to F10 or using "Save Changes & Exit".

How to change the backlight color on the keyboard

Most laptops have single color diodes. In this case, you cannot switch the hue. Their spectrum is formed on the basis of RGB (red, green and blue) lamps.

However, if you are the owner of a model in which there is a shade control function, then we will consider options for how to do this.

1 option (for multi-color). As you already understood, color is based on RGB lamps. To switch to the desired color, for example, in Asus, the Asus Aura program is built-in. In addition, it allows you to change the saturation and brightness of the lamps.

Steel Series Engine - Suitable for all modern laptops. The main part of the program settings is intended for gaming mice (to increase acceleration and sensitivity). For keyboards, it is limited to a panel for adjusting color and brightness.

Option 2 (for monochromatic).If a single-color backlight is not useful, then you can change the LED-lamp. To do this, disassemble the keyboard. Further on the board, change the single-color lamps to the LEDs of the desired color. In this case, note that the size of the lamps must match.

3 option (for monochromatic).For this method, you do not need to buy colored LEDs. Disassemble the keyboard. Glue translucent paper from the desired colors onto the board. At your request, you can make a single color, for example, blue or depending on the groups of buttons. As a result, the light will pass through the stickers and glow with its color, creating a muffled, saturated backlight.

How to switch the keyboard backlight

If you think that the backlight is bad for the battery, then you can safely turn it off. There are several ways to do this:

1. Use the hotkeys that you used to turn on.
2. In the settings of the program that was used to change the color (the program under consideration).
3. Press a special button to turn off (exists on some models).

Advice!You can set it to turn on and off automatically.

The main advantages of this option:

• The brightness changes depending on the ambient light, for which a special sensor is responsible. When it is shaded, the function automatically turns on.
• Set time interval. After the last keystroke, after a specified interval, the bulbs automatically turn off. Allows you to save laptop battery power, for example, when reading or watching videos.

Is there a difference in turning on the backlight on the laptop keyboard and computer

In structure, the laptop keyboard is slightly different from the computer buttons and the lack of an additional panel.

But when you turn on the color of the buttons there is no significant difference. As with laptops, the same situation is observed with models and manufacturers of laptops.

Since the keyboard is connected to a PC, changing it with a backlight will not be difficult, unlike a laptop. Even for a PC, you can choose components from different manufacturers, depending on the power and price category or for what purpose you get a computer. As well as manufacturers offer modern touch panels, featuring a large selection for customization.

The backlight is a very necessary function for those who like to work at night. You can diversify the same type of lighting with different colors as you wish.

The backlight consumes energy, thereby significantly reducing the battery charge. However, the advantages of the function are much greater. In addition, lamps save energy. Therefore, you can enjoy comfort. Use the capabilities of the device to the maximum.