Logitech Bluetooth® Multi-Device Keyboard K380 Setup Guide
EXPLORE THE K380
Enjoy the comfort and convenience of desktop typing on your desktop computer, laptop, smartphone, and tablet. The Logitech Bluetooth® Multi-Device Keyboard K380 is a compact and distinctive keyboard that lets you communicate and create on your personal devices, anywhere in the home.
Convenient Easy-Switch™ buttons make it easy to simultaneously connect with up to three devices via Bluetooth® wireless technology and instantly switch among them.
The OS-adaptive keyboard automatically re-maps keys for the selected device so you're always typing on a familiar keyboard with favorite hotkeys where you expect them.
Logitech Options
In addition to optimizing the keyboard for your preferred operating system, the software lets you customize the K380 to fit your individual needs and personal style.
NOTE: Descriptions of features that require installation of Logitech Options™ are tagged with a blue badge [blue badge].
The K380 at a glance:
- Easy-Switch keys: Press to connect and select devices.
- Bluetooth status lights: Show state of Bluetooth connection.
- 3 Split keys: Modifier based on type of device connected to keyboard. Above: Windows® and Android™. Below: Mac OS® X and iOS®.
- Battery compartment: Located on the underside of the keyboard.
- On/off switch: Located on the side of the keyboard.
- Battery status light: Indicates battery level.
[Diagram description: A top-down view of the Logitech K380 keyboard. Numbered callouts point to: 1. Easy-Switch keys (F1, F2, F3), 2. Bluetooth status lights, 3. Split keys on modifier keys (like Alt, Cmd, Ctrl), 4. Battery compartment on the back, 5. On/off switch, 6. Battery status light.]
CONNECT NOW!
Follow these steps to connect your K380 keyboard:
[Diagram description: A flowchart illustrating the connection process. 1. Start: A blue circle labeled "Start". 2. Pull tab to power on: An image of the keyboard with a tab being pulled to activate it. 3. 00:03: A timer indicating a duration. 4. Hold down Easy-Switch button for 3 seconds: An image showing the Easy-Switch keys (F1, F2, F3) with a press-and-hold indicator. Text: "Blinking light means keyboard is ready for pairing". 5. Set up Bluetooth® connection: An image showing a laptop, desktop computer, and tablet connected wirelessly. 6. Steady light for 5 seconds indicates successful pairing: An image of the keyboard with a steady light on an Easy-Switch key. 7. If light blinks slowly, repeat previous step: A note indicating troubleshooting. 8. Connected!: A large checkmark icon [checkmark emoji ✔️]. 9. Download Logitech Options: A downward arrow icon [down arrow emoji ⬇️]. Text: "Use the software to unlock features and personalize your keyboard".]
MANAGING DEVICES
Switching devices
After setting up connections with up to three devices, switch among them by pressing the Easy-Switch button.
When you press an Easy-Switch button, the button status light slowly blinks before turning solid for 5 seconds, confirming the selection.
Use the keyboard to type on the selected computer or mobile device.
[Diagram description: An illustration showing three devices (computer, laptop, tablet) connected wirelessly to a keyboard. A finger is shown pressing one of the Easy-Switch keys on the keyboard.]
Re-pairing a device
If a device becomes disconnected from the keyboard, you can easily re-pair the device with the K380.
On the keyboard
Press and hold down an Easy-Switch button until the status light starts blinking. The keyboard is in pairing mode for the next three minutes.
On the device
Go to Bluetooth settings on your device and select "Logitech Bluetooth® Multi-Device Keyboard K380" when it appears in the list of available Bluetooth devices.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the pairing.
Upon pairing, the status LED on the keyboard stops blinking and remains steady for 10 seconds.
FEATURES
Explore the advanced features your new keyboard offers.
Shortcuts and function keys
[Diagram description: An image showing a keyboard layout with highlighted function keys (F4-F10) and corresponding icons representing media controls and actions.]
Hot keys and media keys
The table below shows hot keys and media keys available for Windows, Mac OS X, Android and iOS.
| Keys | Android | Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 | Mac OS X | iOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F4 | Home | Browser home page | Launchpad* | Home |
| F5 | Switch apps | Switch application | Mission Control | Show/hide virtual keyboard |
| F6 | Menu | Contextual menu* | Menu* | Home |
| F7 | Back | Back in browser | Back in browser* | Prev track |
| F8 | Prev track | Prev track | Prev track | Play/Pause |
| F9 | Play/Pause | Play/Pause | Play/Pause | Next track |
| F10 | Next track | Next track | Next track | Mu |
*Requires installation of Logitech Options software
Shortcuts
To perform a shortcut, hold down the fn (function) key while pressing the key associated with an action.
The table below provides function key combinations for different operating systems.
| Keys | Android | Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 | Mac OS X | iOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
fn + Tab | Print screen | Print screen | Screen lock* | Capture screen |
fn + X | Cut | Cut | Cut | Cut |
fn + C | Copy | Copy | Copy | Copy |
fn + V | Paste | Paste | Paste | Paste |
fn + Left Arrow | Home (when editing text) | Home (when editing text) | Select previous word | Select previous word |
fn + Right Arrow | End (when editing text) | End (when editing text) | Select next word | Select next word |
*Requires installation of Logitech Options software
OS-adaptive keyboard
[Diagram description: A circular icon with "alt cmd" and a stylized "H" inside, representing the OS-adaptive function.]
The Logitech Keyboard K380 includes OS-adaptive keys that have different functions, depending on the operating system of the device you're typing on.
The keyboard automatically detects the operating system on the currently selected device and re-maps keys to provide functions and shortcuts where you expect them to be.
To select an OS: Hold down key combination for 3 seconds.
- Mac OS X / iOS:
fn+I[Diagram description: Shows "fn" key and "I" key pressed together.] - Windows / Android / Chrome:
fn+P[Diagram description: Shows "fn" key and "P" key pressed together.]
Manual selection
If the keyboard fails to correctly detect the operating system of a device, you can manually select the operating system by performing a long press (3 seconds) of a function key combination.
Multi-function keys
Unique multi-function keys make the Logitech Keyboard K380 compatible with most computers and mobile devices. Key label colors and split lines identify functions or symbols reserved for different devices and operating systems.
Key label color
Gray labels indicate functions available on Apple devices running Mac OS X or iOS. White labels on gray circles identify symbols reserved for use with Alt Gr on Windows computers.*
Split keys
Modifier keys on either side of the space bar display two sets of labels separated by split lines. The label above the split line shows the modifier sent to a Windows, Android, or Chrome device. The label below the split line shows the modifier sent to an Apple Macintosh, iPhone, or iPad. The keyboard automatically uses modifiers associated with the currently selected device.
[Diagram description: Illustrates reserved key labels. - 'Z' in a gray circle with a smaller '<<' symbol: Reserved for Apple computers (Mac OS X) or iPhones and iPads (iOS). Example combination: Z + Alt + Cmd = <<. - 'M' in a white circle on a gray background with a smaller 'μ' symbol: Reserved for use with Alt Gr on computers running Windows. Example combination: M + Alt + Cmd = μ. - Split key labels: Shows a modifier key with a split line. Above the line: "Windows and Android". Below the line: "Mac OS X and iOS". Example modifier keys shown: start, alt, alt opt, cmd, ctrl.]
*The Alt Gr (or Alt Graph) key that appears on many international keyboards replaces the right Alt key normally found to the right of the spacebar. When pressed in combination with other keys, Alt Gr enables entry of special characters.
Power management
Check battery level
The status LED on the side of the keyboard turns red to indicate battery power is low and it's time to change batteries.
Replace batteries
Lift the battery compartment up and off the base.
Replace the spent batteries with two new AAA batteries and reattach the compartment door.
[Diagram description: An image of the underside of the keyboard showing the battery compartment being opened with an arrow indicating the direction to lift.]
Logitech Options
Tip: Install Logitech Options to set up and receive battery status notifications.
COMPATIBILITY
Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices:
- Apple: Mac OS X (10.10 or later)
- Windows: Windows 7, 8, 10 or later
- Chrome OS: Chrome OS™
- Android: Android 3.2 or later
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