Acer TravelMate 3040 - Manual (Page 48)

30
English
Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn> while typing
letters on embedded keypad. Type the letters in a
normal manner.
Key Description
Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the
Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu.
It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of
functions:
<
> : Open or close the Start menu
< > + <D>: Display the desktop
< > + <E>: Open Windows Explore
< > + <F>: Search for a file or folder
< > + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
< > + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a
network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a
network domain)
<
> + <M>: Minimizes all windows
< > + <R>: Open the Run dialog box
< > + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
< > + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
< > + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
< > + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box
< > + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the
desktop
<
> + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by
using Windows Flip 3-D
<
> + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select
Windows Sidebar
<CTRL> + <
> + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a
network)
<CTRL> + <
> + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through
programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows
Vista, some shortcuts may not function as
described.
Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off