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Windows keys, Hot keys – Acer 220 Series User Manual

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Windows keys

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

Hot keys

The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of
the computer’s controls like screen brightness, volume output and the
BIOS Utility.

Key

Description

Windows logo key

Start button. Combinations with this key perform
shortcut functions. Below are a few examples:

+ Tab (Activates next taskbar button)

+ E (Explores My Computer)

+ F (Finds Document)

+ M (Minimizes All)

Shift +

+ M (Undoes Minimize All)

+ R (Displays the Run... dialog box)

Application key

Opens a context menu (same as a right-click).

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