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How do you use a regular keyboard with a Mac?
To use a Windows keyboard, simply connect it to your Mac (if it’s a Bluetooth keyboard, your Mac should recognize it when you turn on the keyboard). You should be able to use it as soon as it’s connected. You may be greeted with a Keyboard Setup Assistant prompt like the one in the image below.
What is the Apple key on a non Apple keyboard?
Command key
The Command key, ⌘, formerly also known as the Apple key or open Apple key, is a modifier key present on Apple keyboards. The Command key’s purpose is to allow the user to enter keyboard commands in applications and in the system.
Can you use any keyboard with a Mac?
Keyboards. Any USB or Bluetooth keyboard (including wireless keyboards that require a USB dongle) will work with the Mac—just plug it in and start typing. If you’re using a Windows-formatted keyboard with a Mac, the Windows key functions as the Command key; similarly, the Alt key functions as the Mac’s Option key.
How do I use Apple keyboard without command?
Whether you’re building a Hackintosh or using a non-Apple keyboard (like a mini wireless keyboard) with your Mac, you may find that you need to map the non-existent command key (Apple key) to another button. This will let you use Mac keyboard shortcuts that use ⌘, even on a Windows keyboard.
How do you use the Command key on a non Apple keyboard?
On a generic USB keyboard the Alt key works as Option, and the Windows key works as Command. The positions of those two keys are generally reversed from a mac keyboard, so some people swap the function of those keys in the OSX control panel.
Can you use a non Apple Keyboard on a Mac?
Macs work just fine with non-Apple keyboards. Alt becomes option, and the Windows key becomes the command key. And if you want to rearrange them, you can easily do so in the System Preferences:
How do I get into boot options with a non Mac keyboard?
For iMac retina, I have to plug the windows keyboard to the outer usb port and then press alt key on the left side to boot into the boot menu and see things like bootable usb drive.
Can a Logitech keyboard work with an Apple Computer?
I’m using a Logitech USB (model Y-BF37) keyboard directly connected to the computer but no startup key commands works. (The keyboard is designed for use with apple and has apples command-key symbols on the key nearest the spacebar). I have tried searching but the general opinion seem to be that any USB keyboard should work.
What’s the difference between a Mac and Windows keyboard?
Although Windows and Mac keyboards feature most of the same keys, there are a few that differ. When using a Windows keyboard on a Mac, the Windows key is used instead of the Command key, and the Alt key is used in place of the Option key. For example, the Undo shortcut would use Windows+Z instead of Command+Z.