Turn your monitor off using your keyboard

Turn your monitor off using your keyboard

Using the Monitor Off Utility is a quick and easy way to turn off your monitor when you step away from your computer. As can be seen in the below screenshot, this utility allows the user to setup any HotKey to turn off their monitor from anywhere in Windows. This utility also can have a shortcut key start a screen saver and lock the workstation as an extra form of security.

 
Not only does this program help protect your computer it is the best way to save money on your power bill if your computer is on all day.







Download the MOnitor Off Utility
 
Tip: Although this utility is claiming to turn off the monitor, it is actually putting the monitor into Standby. Although Standby mode is similar to turning off your monitor, we'd still recommend that you turn off the monitor if you're going to be away from the computer for an extended period of time.


Additional information
See our keyboard, monitor, and turn off definitions for further information and related links on these terms.


 

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Function Keys

Function Keys

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Function keys

Function keys

The function keys or f keys are lined along the top of the keyboard and labeled F1 through F12. These keys act as shortcuts, performing certain functions, like saving files or printing data. For example, the F1 key is often used as the default help key in many programs. The function of these keys can differ by operating system and by software program.


Where are the function keys on the keyboard?

Below is an overview of a computer keyboard with the function keys (F1 through F12) highlighted in blue.

In the past, earlier Apple Macintosh computers did not have function keys, but today new keyboards include F1 through F12 or F1 through F19 keys at the top of the keyboard. MacBooks with a Touch Bar also do not have function keys.
Note: Some early IBM computer keyboards had two rows of function keys, with the second row containing F13 - F24. For additional information, visit our page on the F1 through F12 keys and their individual functions.


Tip: The function keys should not be confused with the Fn (function) key found on laptop computer keyboards, Apple keyboards, and other keyboards with special functions.

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