Turning on your keyboard light on a Lenovo laptop is simpler than you think! Let us help you solve this common problem so that your hands can find their way around all those letters and symbols even while you are in the dark.
No more second-guessing when sending emails or creating word documents—with just a few steps and clicks, you will illuminate the pesky darkness.
How to Turn on the Keyboard Light on Your Lenovo
To active the keyboard light on your Lenovo laptop, here is what you have to do:
Press the Function key, often known as Fn, and the backlight shortcut key, which is usually the Spacebar, simultaneously.
Turning on a Lenovo ThinkLight
Earlier models of Lenovo ThinkPad notebooks had a built-in LED illumination known as the ThinkLight rather than a backlit keyboard. It is at the top of the screen and shines down on the Keyboard, giving it and any close documents usable light.
Follow these steps to activate it:
- Locate the shortcut key for ThinkLight. It is usually the Page Up key, also referred to as PgUp.
- Press the Function (Fn) and Page Up keys simultaneously.
- Repeat the same process to turn it off.
Adjusting The Brightness
The keyboard lights on many Lenovo laptops are customizable, allowing you to find the perfect illumination level for your typing needs. Repeatedly pressing the Function and backlight shortcut keys will raise the illumination level. Continuously using the shortcut will turn off the keyboard backlight.
It is possible to tweak the display’s brightness, color, and timeout settings, among other things. Many additional options may be accessible if your laptop model has an “Advanced” settings option. It includes options for altering the brightness and color intensity, setting up an automatic timeout, so the light turns off after a specific amount of inactivity, or even turning it off completely if desired. Remember to click the “OK” button at the bottom of the screen when you’re done.
Does my Lenovo Keyboard have backlighting?
If you have a Lenovo laptop and need to confirm if it has a backlit keyboard, you can check for the keyboard backlight shortcut, which is normally located on the Spacebar.
Why You Should Turn On Your Lenovo Keyboard Light
One of the main reasons it is so important to turn on your Lenovo keyboard light is that it helps reduce eye strain. When typing in a dark area, your eyes constantly adjust between focusing on the computer screen and then down onto the keys. You do not face this problem while using a keyboard light; it provides an even layer of illumination that makes it easier for your eyes to focus without re-adjusting.
Another advantage of turning on the keyboard light is that it makes typing easier and more accurate. Many people find that when they are typing without any light, they make more mistakes due to not being able to see which keys their fingers are pressing. With the help of a keyboard light, this issue is eliminated as all keys become easily visible.
Furthermore, if you are working in an environment with low levels of ambient lighting (such as an aeroplane), then having a bright and clear keyboard can help keep distractions at bay due to lowering glare from areas like nearby windows or other passengers’ screens.
Troubleshooting Keyboard Backlight Problems
Consider these simple solutions before contacting tech support if the keyboard light on your Lenovo laptop won’t turn on.
- Do a BIOS check on your laptop.
Check the laptop’s BIOS to see whether the backlight is disabled. Start the computer over and hit Enter when prompted (which displays a Lenovo logo). You can access the BIOS by pressing F1. While each laptop’s BIOS panel will seem slightly different, you should be able to find a Keyboard or Keyboard/Mouse option. Activate it and look for a Keyboard Backlight option. It should be activated if it is currently off or disabled. Exit BIOS after saving your changes.
- Verify Your Power Supply
Verify that your laptop has sufficient power by plugging it in or charging the battery (if applicable). The keyboard light won’t come on if the battery is low.
- Investigate Lenovo Vantage
Vantage is a pre-installed program that enhances the functionality of your Lenovo device.
- Type “Lenovo Vantage” into the taskbar’s search field to locate the program.
- Choose the Device, Input, and Accessories.
- Make sure the Keyboard’s light is turned on.
- The Backlight functionality may be unavailable on your laptop.
The most typical cause of a Lenovo keyboard not lighting up on your laptop is the absence of a keyboard light.
If the keyboard backlight is on your Lenovo laptop, but the shortcut doesn’t work, you can turn it on with the Lenovo Vantage software. Inputs & Accessories is where you’ll find the switch for the Keyboard’s lighting.
If you’ve tried everything above and it still isn’t working, your best bet is to call customer service to ask for help.
