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F1 ... f12 function keys, Soft keys: fn key combinations, Hot keys – Toshiba Qosmio X500 User Manual

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User’s Manual

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The Keyboard

F1 ... F12 function keys

The function keys (not to be confused with Fn) are the 12 keys at the top of

your keyboard. These keys function differently from other keys.

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute

programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key,

keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. Refer

to the section,

Soft keys: Fn key combinations

, in this chapter. The function

executed by individual keys depends on the software you are using.

Soft keys: Fn key combinations

The Fn (function) is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys.

Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific

features.

Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard

A 101-key enhanced keyboard layout

Press Fn + F12 to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on default is

off.

Hot keys

Mute: Turns the volume on and off.

Lock: Enters "Lock computer" mode. To restore your desktop, you need to

log on again.

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