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Intel-based Apple Portables: Caps Lock modified to reduce accidental activation

Posted in Apple Portable Computers

Summary

Pressing the Caps Lock key on certain Intel-based portables may not immediately activate the Caps Lock function.

Products Affected

MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook

The caps lock function on these computers is designed to reduce accidental activation. You must press and hold down the key slightly longer to activate the caps lock function.

Computers with this feature include:

  • MacBook (13-inch, Late 2007) and later
  • MacBook Air (all models)
  • MacBook Pro (15-inch Early, 2008) and later
  • MacBook Pro (17-inch Early, 2008)