Quick Launch buttons not working on Window 8.1

I have installed window 8.1 but quick launch buttons, which used to work with combination of FN key, for example fn+F3 key for brightness, fn+F8 for volume, fn+F6 key to lock the computer etc are not working. What is the solution?

Farhan_Raza
I have available a pretty extensive list and I cannot find a Quick Launch Driver for Windows 8.1. Might be one; I don't see it.
I use a completely different arrangement of Custom Toolbars from what most people use so I am not at all sure what constitutes a Quick Launch.
I did find the following that may be close to what you seek:
How to enable Quick Launch in Windows 8.1
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Possible Option - HP Launch Box Manager
Windows 8.1 provides the following -- this program MIGHT install on your computer and it might run on your computer. It is not rated for your system. You may try it if you like. Windows will tell you if the program is not appropriate for your system.
For Windows 8.1, you might be able to use the HP Launch Box Manager:
Close running programs, browsers, and games
Next:
Create a Restore Point:
Create a Restore Point: Create a Restore Point – Win7 OR Create a restore point Win8
Download / Save:
sp63808 HP Launch Box V1.1.5
Double Click or Right-Click on the file and install as Admin...
The application installs in seconds and then disappears.
Windows key (opens the Start Screen) > type anywhere, the word: Launch Box >
Click to start the Launch Box Manager
The Launch Box Manager will start on your Desktop and offer a list of available applications from which you can choose eight applications for your Launch Box menu.
Once set up, the Launch Box Manager sits in your Task Bar.
Right-Click to Edit the Manager OR Left Click to Open and access the items in your Application List.
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