Acer Aspire Series (Generic User Guide) - Manual (Page 23)

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Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key 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
functions:
<
> : Open or close the Start menu
< > + : Display the desktop
< > + : Open Windows Explore
< > + : Search for a file or folder
< > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
< > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a
network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a
network domain)
<
> + : Minimizes all windows
< > + : Open the Run dialog box
< > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar
< > + : Open Ease of Access Center
< > + : Open Windows Mobility Center
< > + : Display the System Properties dialog box
< > + : Restore minimized windows to the
desktop
<
> + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by
using Windows Flip 3-D
<
> + : Bring all gadgets to the front and select
Windows Sidebar
+ <
> + : Search for computers (if you are on a
network)
+ <
> + : 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.