This keycap set is designed to replace the German QWERTZ or French AZERTY layout with the standard Italian QWERTY on Apple MacBook laptops. The solution is ideal for users who need a classic Italian/English QWERTY keyboard without additional symbols, stickers, or laser engraving.
Buying a laptop from German or French online stores can save you up to several hundred euros. However, the cost of a QWERTY keyboard module and its replacement at a service center with full laptop disassembly would completely negate any savings and would be impractical. Stickers look unaesthetic, feel wrong to the touch, and cover the original backlight. Silicone keyboard covers are also far from ideal: they must be removed when closing the laptop, otherwise they leave marks on the screen and, over time, scratches.
The keycaps fully match the original Apple key profile, ensuring the familiar key travel, precise response, and comfortable typing. All symbols are printed in a factory style, clear and highly readable, resistant to wear and long-term use.
The set is specifically designed for the Italian QWERTY (ISO) format — with a large Enter key and an extra key to the left of Shift, making it fully compatible with MacBooks originally equipped with a German or French keyboard.
Advantages
✅ Complete QWERTZ / AZERTY replacement → Italian QWERTY
✅ The original key backlight is preserved, unlike with stickers or silicone covers
✅ Fully compatible with Apple MacBook keyboards
✅ Precise fit on the standard key mechanism
✅ Retains the original typing feel
✅ Clean appearance without stickers
✅ Does not require resoldering or replacement of the keyboard assembly
Compatibility
Fits MacBooks with a keyboard:
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QWERTY (ISO) standard — physical layout with a large Enter key and an extra key to the left of Shift
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original layout: German QWERTZ or French AZERTY
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Apple scissor-switch mechanism
(not for Magic Keyboard with a different attachment type, unless specified otherwise)
For MacBook (from late 2019 and newer)
MacBook Air
• MacBook Air with M1, M2, M3 chips (13", 13.6", 15") — ISO keyboard in European models
MacBook Pro
• MacBook Pro 13" with Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3)
• MacBook Pro 14" and 16" with Apple Silicon (M1 / M2 / M3 / M4)
⚠️ Before purchasing, make sure your MacBook has a large Enter key and an extra key to the left of Shift (ISO).
Package Contents
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Set of keycaps with Italian QWERTY layout
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Keys conform to the QWERTY (Italy, ISO) standard
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Without backlit symbols (unless otherwise stated in the product card)
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Installation instruction
Installation Instructions
Preparation
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Turn off your MacBook completely
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Disconnect the charger
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Work on a clean and flat surface
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Use a plastic spudger, a guitar pick, or a thin plastic card
Removing the Old Keys
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Gently pry the key from the top corner
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Slowly pull upwards, without using excessive force
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After a slight click, remove the keycap
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Be careful not to damage the scissor mechanism
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Repeat the process for all keys you are replacing
⚠️ The Enter, Shift, Space, and Backspace keys have stabilizers — remove them with extra care.
Installing the New Keycaps
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Align the keycap with the key mechanism
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Ensure all attachment points match
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Gently press down in the center until it clicks into place
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Check the key travel — it should press down evenly without wobbling
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Install the remaining keys in the same manner
Functionality Check
Maintenance Recommendations
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Do not wash the keys under water
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Use a dry or slightly damp cloth
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Do not use alcohol or aggressive cleaning agents
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Do not apply excessive force during installation
Conclusion
The Apple MacBook keycap set with the Italian QWERTY layout is a convenient and aesthetic way to replace a German QWERTZ or French AZERTY keyboard with a standard QWERTY, preserving the original look and typing comfort.
