HP ENVY m6-1148ca Notebook PC - Manual (Page 47)

Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys
Microsoft Windows 8 provides shortcuts to perform actions quickly. Several shortcuts will help you
with Windows 8 functions. Press the Windows logo key
in combination with the key to perform
the action.
For additional information on Windows 8 shortcut keys, go to Help and Support. From the Start
screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.
Shortcut
key Key Description
Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Desktop.
Pressing the key again returns you to the previous screen.
+ c Opens the charms.
+ d Opens the Desktop.
+ tab Switches between open apps.
NOTE: Continue to press this key combination until the app you
want displays.
alt + f4 Closes an active app.
Using the hot keys
A hot key is a combination of the fn key and either the esc key or the b key.
To use a hot key:
▲ Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the combination.
Function Hot key Description
Display system information. fn + esc Displays information about system hardware components and the
system BIOS version number.
Control the bass settings. fn + b Enables or disables the Beats Audio bass settings.
Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep,
controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Beats Audio is
enabled by default.
You can view and control the bass settings through the Windows
operating system. To view and control the bass properties:
From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select
Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel.
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