Using the keyboard, Typewriter keys, Cursor-control keys – Motorola L3392 User Manual

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Operating Your Computer

2-4

Using the Keyboard

Your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full-sized computer
keyboard plus a

Fn.

key added for specific functions.

The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into four
major categories:

Typewriter keys

Cursor-control keys

Numeric keys

Function keys

Typewriter Keys

Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter. Several keys are
added such as the

Ctrl

,

Alt

,

Esc

, and lock keys for special purposes. The

Control key is normally used in combination with other keys for
program-specific functions. The Alternate key is normally used in
combination with other keys for program-specific functions. The Escape
key is usually used for stopping a process. Examples are exiting a
program and canceling a command. The function depends on the
program you are using. When the lock keys (

Caps Lock

,

Num Lk

, and

Scroll

Lk

) are pressed, their corresponding indicators light up on the

computer’s device indicators.

Cursor-Control Keys

NOTE: The word “cursor” refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know

exactly where on your screen anything you type will appear. It can take the form of a

vertical or horizontal line, a block, or one of many other shapes.

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