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Using fn hot keys – HP XE3 User Manual

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HP OmniBook XE3

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Using Fn Hot Keys

The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a shortcut key sequence—for
various system controls. To use a hot key, press and hold Fn, press the appropriate second key, then
release both keys.

External keyboards support only Fn+F5, Fn+F7, and Fn+F12. To use these, press and hold left
CTRL+left ALT, press the appropriate second key, then release both keys.

Table 1-1. Fn Hot Keys

Hot Key

Effect

Fn+F1

Decreases the display brightness.

Fn+F2

Increases the display brightness.

Fn+F5

Toggles among the built-in display, an external display, and simultaneous display on
both.

Fn+F7

Mutes the notebook’s speakers.

Fn+F8

Toggles the built-in numeric keypad on and off. Does not affect an external keyboard. If
Num Lock is on, the numeric functions are active; otherwise, cursor control is active.

Fn+F12

Enters Hibernate mode (Windows 2000 only).

Fn+NumLock

Toggles Scroll Lock on and off (except on external keyboards).

Fn+Up arrow

Increases sound volume (except on external keyboards).

Fn+Down arrow

Decreases sound volume (except on external keyboards).