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Windows keys, Hotkeys – Acer 2450 User Manual

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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

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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> + : Activates the next Taskbar button.

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> + : Opens the My Computer window.

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> + : Opens Help and Support Center.

<

> + : Opens the Search Results window.

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> + : Opens the Run dialog box.

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> + : 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.