Apple MK2A3 Magic Keyboard Instructions

Plug one end into the USB-C port on the keyboard, and the other end into a USB-C port on your Mac.
Slide the on/off switch on the keyboard to the ‘on’ position.

Your keyboard will pair automatically with your Mac. Once paired, you can disconnect the cable and use the keyboard wirelessly.

Customising the Magic Keyboard
To customise your Magic Keyboard:

Go to Apple menu > System Settings (or System Preferences) and click Keyboard.
Adjust settings such as Key repeat rate, Delay until repeat, keyboard shortcuts, text replacements, language layouts, and diction preferences.

Using Function Keys
Utilise the function keys at the top of the keyboard for common system functions:

- Brightness control
- Mission Control
- Spotlight search

Recharging the Battery
To recharge the battery

Use the USB-C Charge Cable provided.

Plug one end into the USB-C port on the keyboard, and the other end into a USB-C port on your Mac or a USB-C power adapter.

Welcome to your Magic Keyboard
Your Magic Keyboard has a rechargeable battery and uses Bluetooth® technology to connect wirelessly to your Mac. This guide shows you how to use your Magic Keyboard, including pairing, customisation, and recharging the battery.

Update your software

To use your Magic Keyboard and its full range of features, update your Mac to the latest version of macOS.
To check for updates to macos, choose Apple menu > System Settings > General > Software Update (or Apple menu > System Preferences > Software Update).To pair your Magic Keyboard with your Mac, use the USB-C Charge Cable that came with your keyboard. Plug one end of the cable into the USB-C port on your keyboard, and the other end into a USB-C port on your Mac. Slide the keyboard on/off switch to on (so green is visible).

Your keyboard will pair automatically with your Mac
After the keyboard is paired, you can disconnect the cable and use your keyboard wirelessly.

Lock your Mac
Quickly press the key to lock your Mac. To unlock your Mac, press any key, then type your password.

Customise your Magic Keyboard
Change the modifier keys, set keyboard shortcuts for macos apps and the Finder, and more.

To customise your Magic Keyboard

Choose Apple menu> System Settings (or System Preferences), then click Keyboard.

Drag the “Key repeat rate” slider to set how quickly characters repeat when you hold down a key.
Drag the “Delay until repeat” slider to set how long you must hold down a key before it starts repeating.

Use other settings to add keyboard shortcuts, set up text replacements, add layouts for typing in other languages, and set up dictation.

Use the function keys

Use the function keys at the top of the keyboard to perform shortcuts for these common system functions.

Decrease or increase the brightness of the Mac display.
Open Mission Control to view what’s running on your Mac, including your spaces and open windows.
Open Spotlight to easily search for something on your Mac.
Activate dictation with a press. Press and hold to activate Siri.
Turn Do Not Disturb on or off.
Rewind or go to the previous song, movie, or slideshow.
Play or pause songs, movies, or slideshows.
Fast-forward or go to the next song, movie, or slideshow.
Mute the sound coming from the speakers or headphone port on your Mac.
Decrease or increase the volume of sound coming from the speakers or headphone port on your Mac.
Switch to a different keyboard or show emoji options.
Use with function keys with a press and hold.

Recharge the battery
Use the USB-C Charge Cable that came with your keyboard. Plug one end of the cable into the USB-C port on your keyboard, and the other end into a USB-C port on your Mac or a USB-C power adapter.

To check the battery status, choose
Apple menu > System Settings (or System Preferences), then click Keyboard. The battery level is shown at the top of the window (or in the lower-left corner).
Note: When you aren’t using yourMagic Keyboard it goes to sleep to conserve battery power. If you won’t be using your keyboard for an extended period, turn it off to conserve even more power.

Rename your Magic Keyboard

Your Mac gives your Magic Keyboard a default name the first time you pair it.
You can rename it in Bluetooth settings.

To rename your keyboard

Choose Apple menu> System Settings (or System Preferences), then click Bluetooth.
Control-click the keyboard, then choose Rename.

Remove a pairing
After you pair your Magic Keyboard with a Mac, you can pair it again with a different Mac. To do this, remove the existing pairing and then pair the keyboard again.

To remove a pairing

Choose Apple menu> System Settings (or System Preferences), then click Bluetooth.
Control-click the keyboard, then choose Forget (or Remove).

Clean your Magic Keyboard
To clean the outside of your keyboard, use a lint-free cloth. Don’t get moisture in any openings or use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives.

Ergonomics

When using your Magic Keyboard, it’s important to find a comfortable posture, change your position often, and take frequent breaks.

For information about ergonomics, health, and safety, visit the ergonomics website at apple.com/about/ergonomics.

Battery

Your Magic Keyboard contains no user-serviceable parts. Don’t attempt to open or disassemble your Magic Keyboard, remove, crush, or puncture the battery in your Magic Keyboard, or expose it to high temperatures or liquids. Disassembling your Magic Keyboard may damage it or cause injury to you.
The lithium-ion battery in your Magic Keyboard should be serviced or recycled by Apple or an authorised service provider and disposed of separately from household waste. For information about Apple lithium-ion batteries, go to apple.com/batteries.

More information

For more information about using your keyboard, search for “keyboard” in the macos User Guide at support.apple.com/guide/mac-help. For support, go to apple.com/support.

© 2024 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, Finder, Mac, macos, Magic Keyboard, Mission Control, Siri, Spaces, and Spotlight are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Apple is under license.

FAQs

Q: How can I check the battery status of my Magic Keyboard?
A: To check the battery status, go to Apple menu > System Settings (or System Preferences), then click Keyboard. The battery level will be displayed at the top of the window or in the lower-left corner.

Q: How do I rename my Magic Keyboard?
A: Your Mac assigns a default name to your Magic Keyboard upon pairing. You can rename it in Bluetooth settings.

Documents / Resources

Apple MK2A3 Magic Keyboard [pdf] Instructions
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References

User Manual

Apple MK2A3 Magic Keyboard

Specifications

Product Usage Instructions