diff --git a/docs/feature_rgb_matrix.md b/docs/feature_rgb_matrix.md
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@@ -417,6 +417,7 @@ All RGB keycodes are currently shared with the RGBLIGHT system:
 
 `RGB_MODE_PLAIN`, `RGB_MODE_BREATHE`, `RGB_MODE_RAINBOW`, and `RGB_MODE_SWIRL` are the only ones that are mapped properly. The rest don't have a direct equivalent, and are not mapped.
 
+?> `RGB_*` keycodes cannot be used with functions like `tap_code16(RGB_HUD)` as they're not USB HID keycodes. If you wish to replicate similar behaviour in custom code within your firmware (e.g. inside `encoder_update_user()` or `process_record_user()`), the equivalent [RGB functions](#functions-idfunctions) should be used instead.
 !> By default, if you have both the [RGB Light](feature_rgblight.md) and the RGB Matrix feature enabled, these keycodes will work for both features, at the same time. You can disable the keycode functionality by defining the `*_DISABLE_KEYCODES` option for the specific feature.
 
 ## RGB Matrix Effects :id=rgb-matrix-effects