Use laptop as keyboard for Mac

This article teaches you how to use a Mac Magic Keyboard on a Windows computer and remap some keys if you choose to.

Can I Use a Mac keyboard on a PC?

Yes. Just because a keyboard is targeted at Apple users doesn't mean you can't use it on a PC as well. In the case of the Magic Keyboard, it's Bluetooth-enabled, so users can connect it to any PC that has Bluetooth capabilities, or they can plug it in via the bundled USB cable. There's no need to install drivers or deal with a complicated setup.

Can I Use an Apple Keyboard on a Windows PC?

Yes. Much like any Mac-labeled keyboard, Apple Keyboards, including the Magic Keyboard and Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, can all be used with a Windows PC once you've set it up correctly.

How Do You Connect a Mac Keyboard to a PC?

Connecting a Mac keyboard to a PC is as simple as adding any other keyboard. It's possible to plug the keyboard in via the USB cable that comes with it, but a better solution is Bluetooth. Here's how to connect it.

1. On your Windows laptop, type Bluetooth into the Windows 10 taskbar search or go to Start Menu > Settings > Bluetooth.

2. Click Bluetooth.

3. Click Add Bluetooth or other device.

4. Click Bluetooth.

5. Wait for the PC to detect the Magic Keyboard.

   If it doesn't detect it, toggle the power switch on the Magic Keyboard and tap a key.

6. Click Magic Keyboard.

7. Wait for it to connect.

8. Click Done.

How Do I Use a Mac Key on Windows Keyboard?

Most of the keys on your Magic Keyboard work the same on a Windows system as they do on a Mac device. However, it can be helpful to map keys such as function keys to specific settings. You'll need to download a separate app called PowerToys, but it's a valuable way to remap keys. Here's how to assign keys on a Magic Keyboard for Windows.

1. Download Microsoft PowerToys from the official site and install it.

2. Open the app.

3. Click Keyboard Manager.

4. Click Remap a key.

5. Click the plus button to add a new key mapping.

6. Click Type and tap the key you wish to change.

7. Click OK.

8. Click Type under Mapped to follow the same process but with the key you wish to change it to.

9. Click OK.

10. Click OK to confirm the changes.

11. Your key has now been remapped.