Acer 4720Z - Manual (Page 21)

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Windows Keys
The keyboard has one key that performs Windows-specific functions.
Key Icon 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 function:
+ <D> Displays the desktop.
+ <E> Opens the Windows Explore.
+ <F> Opens the Search: All Files dialog box.
+ <G> Cycles through Sidebar gadgets.
+ <L> Locks your computer (if you are
connected to a network domain), or switch users (if
you’re not connected to a network domain)
+ <F1> Opens Help and Support.
+ <M> Minimizes all windows.
+ <R> Opens the Run dialog box.
+ <T> Cycles through programs no the taskbar.
+ <U> Opens Ease of Access Center.
+ <X> Opens Windows Mobility Center.
+ <Break> Displays the System Properties
dialog box
+ <Shift> + <M> Restores the minimized
windows to the desktop.
+ <Tab> Activates next taskbar button.
+ <Space Bar> Brings all gadgets to the front
and select Windows Sidebar.
<Ctrl> + + <F> Searchs for computers (if you
are on a network)
<Ctrl> + + <Tab> Uses the arrow keys to cycle
through programs on the taskbar by using Window
Flip 3-D
Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right
mouse button; it opens the application’s context
menu.