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Chapter 1 11
Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key 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:
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: Open or close the Start menu
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+ : Display the desktop
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+ : Open Windows Explore
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+ : Search for a file or folder
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+ : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
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+ : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or
switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain)
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+ : Minimizes all windows
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+ : Open the Run dialog box
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+ : Cycle through programs on the taskbar
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+ : Open Ease of Access Center
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+ : Open Windows Mobility Center
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+ : Display the System Properties dialog box
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+ : Restore minimized windows to the desktop
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+ : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
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+ : Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar
+
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+ : Search for computers (if you are on a network)
+
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+ : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the
taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows 7, 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.