Using the keyboard, Using microsoft windows 8 shortcut keys – HP EliteBook 2170p Notebook PC User Manual
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Using the keyboard
The keyboard and mouse allow you to type select items, scroll and to perform the same functions as
using touch gestures. The keyboard also allows you to use action keys and hot keys to perform
specific functions.
TIP:
The Windows logo key
on the keyboard allows you to quickly return to the Start screen
from an open app or the Windows desktop. Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to
the previous screen.
NOTE:
Depending on the country or region, your keyboard may have different keys and keyboard
functions than those discussed in this section.
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 Windows logo key again will return you to the previous
screen.
+
c
Opens the charms.
+
d
Opens the Windows desktop.
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