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What is LK number?
To use the numeric keypad on a laptop, enable the NumLock key on the keyboard. NumLock key is used to convert part of the main keyboard to act as a numeric keypad rather than letters. When enabled, NumLock lets you use the 7-8-9, u-i-o, j-k-l and m keys as a numeric keypad.
How do I turn NumLock off?
How to turn on or off the NUM LOCK or SCROLL LOCK.
- On a notebook computer keyboard, while holding down the FN key, press either the NUM LOCK or SCROLL LOCK to enable the function.
- On a desktop computer keyboard, press NUM LOCK or SCROLL LOCK to enable the function, and press it again to disable the function.
What is Num Lock key for?
On some laptop computers, the Num Lock key is used to convert part of the main keyboard to act as a (slightly skewed) numeric keypad rather than letters. On some laptop computers, the Num Lock key is absent and replaced by the use of a key combination.
Should the Numlock be on or off?
When Num Lock is enabled, you can use the numbers on the keypad. When Num Lock is disabled, pressing those keys activates those key’s alternate function. For instance, the arrow keys on the keypad may only be used if Num Lock is disabled….Num lock keys.
| Key | Num lock enabled | Num lock disabled |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | 8 | Up arrow |
| 9 | 9 | PgUp |
| . | . | Del |
How do you know if Num Lock is on or off?
Simplest method: Type one character, then press 4 on num pad: If a character is typed in the field, then num lock is on. If cursor moves to left then num lock is off.
What happens when NumLock is off?
When NumLock is off, the keypad keys perform the functions shown below the numbers on their keycaps. The 4 key becomes a left arrow key, for example, and 3 becomes PgDn .
How do I turn off NumLock without the NumLock key?
Windows 10
- Right-click the Windows icon.
- Select Ease of Access.
- Select Keyboard, and then move the slider under On-Screen Keyboard to On.
- A keyboard appears on the screen. Click Options and check Turn on numeric keypad, then click OK.