Windows keys, English – Acer Aspire One AO722 User Manual

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Windows keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

Key

Description

Windows key Pressed alone it launches the Start menu. It can also be

used with other keys for other functions:
<

> : Open or close the Start menu

<

> + <D>: Display the desktop

<

> + <E>: Open Windows Explorer

<

> + <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, some shortcuts may not function
as described.

Application
key

This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse

button; it opens the application's context menu.

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