Acer 4715Z - Manual (Page 22)

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Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key Icon 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 Vista, 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.