This keycap set is designed to replace the German QWERTZ or French AZERTY layout with a standard Italian QWERTY (ISO) layout on Apple MacBook laptops. It is an ideal solution for users who need a classic Italian/English QWERTY keyboard without additional symbols, stickers, or laser engraving.
Purchasing a laptop from German or French online stores can save several hundred euros. However, replacing the entire keyboard module with a QWERTY version and installing it at a service center — which requires full disassembly of the laptop — completely eliminates any savings and is impractical. Stickers look unattractive and awkward, feel unpleasant when typing, and block the original backlight. Silicone keyboard covers are also far from ideal: they must be removed during transport, otherwise they leave marks on the screen and may eventually cause scratches.
The keycaps fully match the original Apple key profile, ensuring familiar key travel, precise feedback, and comfortable typing. All symbols are manufactured in a factory-style finish — sharp, clearly readable, and resistant to wear during long-term use.
The set is specifically designed for the Italian QWERTY (ISO) layout, featuring a large Enter key and an additional key to the left of the Shift key. This makes it fully compatible with MacBooks originally equipped with German or French keyboards.
Advantages
✅ Full replacement QWERTZ / AZERTY → Italian QWERTY
✅ Original key backlight is preserved (unlike stickers or silicone covers)
✅ Fully compatible with Apple MacBook keyboards
✅ Precise fit on the original key mechanism
✅ Original typing feel is maintained
✅ Clean, sticker-free appearance
✅ No soldering or keyboard module replacement required
Compatibility
Suitable for MacBooks with:
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QWERTY (ISO) physical keyboard layout with large Enter key and an additional key to the left of Shift
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Original layout: German QWERTZ or French AZERTY
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Apple scissor-switch key mechanism
(not compatible with Magic Keyboard with a different mounting system, unless stated otherwise)
Supported MacBook Models (late 2019 and newer)
MacBook Air
• MacBook Air with M1, M2, M3 chips (13", 13.6", 15") — ISO keyboards 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 additional key to the left of Shift (ISO layout).
Package Contents
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Keycap set with Italian QWERTY layout
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Keys conform to the QWERTY (Italy, ISO) standard
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No illuminated symbols (unless otherwise stated in the product listing)
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Installation guide
Installation Instructions
Preparation
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Fully shut down your MacBook
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Disconnect the charger
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Work on a clean, flat surface
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Use a plastic key puller, guitar pick, or thin plastic card
Removing Old Keycaps
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Gently pry the keycap from the top corner
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Slowly pull upward without force
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After a soft click, remove the keycap
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Be careful not to damage the scissor mechanism
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Repeat for all keys to be replaced
⚠️ Enter, Shift, Space, and Backspace keys use stabilizers — remove them with extra care.
Installing New Keycaps
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Align the keycap with the key mechanism
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Ensure all mounting points match
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Press gently in the center until it clicks into place
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Check key travel — it should feel even and stable
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Repeat for the remaining keys
Function Check
Care Recommendations
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Do not wash keycaps under running water
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Clean with 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 Italian QWERTY layout is a practical and elegant way to replace a German QWERTZ or French AZERTY keyboard while preserving the original appearance and typing comfort.
