How do I add a scroll lock key?

[ilikemyprivacy]

I'm told there is no scroll lock key on my laptop. Can a scroll lock key be programed into it? My old laptop all you had to do was type (Fn + K) and you had a scroll lock key. How do I get that in my laptop?

EDIT: by the way, I'm using a HP 255 G8 Notebook PC.

[NonSequitur777]

@ilikemyprivacy,

Welcome to our HP Community forum!

You are completely right that your HP 255 G8 does not have a physical Scroll Lock key on the keyboard.

However, you can absolutely still use Scroll Lock!

Because every laptop manufacturer maps hidden function keys differently, your old combination (Fn + K) won't work on this model. Here is how you can use Scroll Lock on your HP 255 G8:

1. Try the Hidden HP Key Shortcut:

On many modern HP notebooks, the Scroll Lock key is hidden on a different key combination. Try pressing: Fn + C 

(Note: On some variations of this chassis, Fn + S is used instead).

Reference: How to enable scroll lock on your laptop? Croma Unboxed

2. Use the Windows On-Screen Keyboard (Quickest Virtual Fix):

If the hidden keyboard shortcut doesn't trigger it, Windows has a built-in virtual keyboard that includes the missing key:

1. Press the Windows Key + Ctrl + O at the same time to instantly open the On-Screen Keyboard.
2. Look to the right side of the virtual keyboard and click the ScrLk button.
3. If it turns blue, Scroll Lock is on; click it again to turn it off. You can then close the on-screen keyboard.

3. Permanently Program/Remap a Key (Using PowerToys):

If you use Scroll Lock constantly and want to physically program a key on your laptop to act as the Scroll Lock key, you can do so safely using a free tool from Microsoft:

1. Download Microsoft PowerToys directly from the official Microsoft Store.
2. Open PowerToys and select the Keyboard Manager tool from the sidebar.
3. Click Remap a key.
4. Choose a key you rarely use on your laptop (for example, the Right Alt key, F12, or Insert) and map it to Scroll Lock.

Once set up, pressing that chosen key will instantly act as your physical Scroll Lock button!

Hope this was helpful.

Kind Regards,

NonSequitur777