Acer 5000 - Manual (Page 19)

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Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Hotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like
screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the
key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Key Icon Description
Windows key Press 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:
+ : Activates the next Taskbar button.
+ >: Opens the My Computer window.
+ : Opens Help and Support.
+ : Opens the Find (All Files dialog box).
+ >: Opens the Run dialog box.
+ : Minimizes all windows.
+ + >: Undoes the minimize all windows action.
Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. It opens
the application’s context menu.
Hot Key Icon Function Description
+ Hot key help Displays help on hotkeys.
+ Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering
Technology.
+ Acer ePower
Management Launches the Acer ePower Management in Acer
Empowering Technology.
+ Sleep Leads the computer to Sleep mode.
+ Display toggle Switches the display output between the display
screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.
Key Description
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