How to connect a Magic Keyboard to Windows
The Apple Magic Keyboard pairs with Windows 10 and 11 over Bluetooth, and basic typing works out of the box. Some keys behave differently than they do on a Mac; this guide covers pairing and the differences.
Pair the Magic Keyboard over Bluetooth
- Turn the keyboard on using the switch on the back edge, so the green marker shows.
- On your PC, open Settings → Bluetooth & devices (Windows 11) or Settings → Devices → Bluetooth & other devices (Windows 10), and turn Bluetooth on.
- Click Add device → Bluetooth, then choose Magic Keyboard.
- If Windows shows a number, type it on the Magic Keyboard and press Return to finish pairing.
What to expect after pairing
Command acts as the Windows key, Option acts as Alt, and the function row (brightness, volume, media) does nothing until a driver is installed.
Get the full keyboard working
- Media & function keys: see the guide to Magic Keyboard media and function keys on Windows.
- Mac shortcuts: swap the modifiers with the guide to remapping Command to Control on Windows.
- Both at once: Tenon will handle the function row and the Cmd/Ctrl swap together, and only on the Magic Keyboard — your other keyboards are untouched.
Frequently asked
Does the Apple Magic Keyboard work on Windows?
Yes. It pairs over Bluetooth on Windows 10 and 11, and typing needs no extra software. Command acts as the Windows key and Option as Alt. The media and function-row keys need a driver; Tenon will provide one.
Why are some Magic Keyboard keys in the wrong place on Windows?
The Magic Keyboard uses a Mac layout, so Command and Option sit where Windows expects the Windows and Alt keys. They can be remapped; see the guide to remapping Command to Control on Windows.