Acer TravelMate 8481T - Manual (Page 25)

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Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
<Fn> + < > Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
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 connected to a
domain), or switch users (if not connected to a domain)
< > + <M>: Minimize 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 System Properties
< > + <Shift+M>: Restore minimized windows
< > + <Tab>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
by using Windows Flip 3-D
< > + <Space>: Bring all gadgets to the front and
select Windows Sidebar
<CTRL> + < > + <F>: Search for network computers
<CTRL> + < > + <Tab>: Use the arrow keys to cycle
through open programs using Windows Flip 3-D
Hotkey Icon Function Description