How to type ">"

[Panda98]

Hello,

I have a new Envy 360 14"  laptop, with a scandinavian keyboard layout. The "<" and ">" signs are on the L key. To type "<" I have to press the FN key and the L key (that works just fine). But when I wan´t to type the greater than sign I have to press FN, the copilot key and then the L key. That prints the greater than sign, but it also opens Copilot. So I can only manage to type the greater than sign  (>) in the Copilot interface...

Any ideas on a solution? Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

[Raj_05 · Accepted solution]

Hi @Panda98,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

It sounds like you're encountering an issue with the combination of the function (Fn) key, the dedicated Copilot key, and the Scandinavian keyboard layout. Since pressing Fn + Copilot + L triggers both the > sign and Copilot, this is likely a conflict between the key assignments.

Here are a few potential solutions to try:

Remap the Copilot Key

You can use third-party software such as SharpKeys or Microsoft PowerToys (specifically the Keyboard Manager feature) to remap the Copilot key or reassign it to a different function, which would allow you to type > without launching Copilot.

After remapping the Copilot key to something else, you should be able to press Fn + L to type the > sign without interference.

Use Alt Code for > Symbol

• You can also type the greater than symbol using an Alt code:
  • Hold down Alt and type 62 on the numeric keypad to insert >.

However, on many laptops, especially without a dedicated numeric keypad, this can be cumbersome.

Toggle Function Key Behavior in BIOS

• In some HP laptops, you can switch the behavior of the Fn key in the BIOS settings:
  1. Power off your laptop and restart it.
  2. Press F10 during startup to enter the BIOS.
  3. Look for an option like "Action Key Mode" or "Function Key Behavior".
  4. Change the setting to allow the Fn key to act as a standard function key without needing to hold it down (or disable certain action keys like Copilot).

This could help in resolving the conflict with the Copilot key.

Disable Copilot

• If you don't use Copilot often, consider temporarily disabling it:
  1. Open Settings (Windows + I).
  2. Go to Personalization > Taskbar.
  3. Under Taskbar items, toggle Copilot (Preview) off.

This will prevent Copilot from launching when you press the Copilot key.

Check for HP Utility Software

• Some HP laptops come with utility software that allows you to manage keyboard shortcuts and function keys. Check if your HP Envy x360 has a utility or driver that might allow you to disable or reassign the Copilot key from there.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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