Using the keyboard, Typewriter keys, Using the keyboard -5 – chiliGREEN Mitac 9515 User Manual

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Operating Your Computer

2-5

Using the Keyboard

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

Fn

key added for specific functions.

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

z

Typewriter keys

z

Cursor-control keys

z

Numeric keys

z

Function keys

Typewriter Keys

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

Ctrl

,

Alt

,

Esc

keys and lock keys, for special purposes.

When the lock keys are pressed, their corresponding indicators light up.

Key

Description

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.

The Shift key is used with alphabet letter keys to produce uppercase
letters when typing. It is also used in combination with other keys
for program-specific functions.

The Backspace key moves the cursor left one space and deletes the
character in that space.


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