Toshiba 8100 User Guide
Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer
Learning the Basics
Using the keyboard
Using the keyboard
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Function keys
The function keys (not to be confused with the
Fn
key) are the 12
keys at the top of the keyboard.
The function keys
F1
through
F12
are called function keys because they execute
programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with
the
the
Fn
key, function keys marked with icons execute specific
functions on the computer. For more information, see “Fn-esse”
on page 141, or “Hot Keys” on page 255.
on page 141, or “Hot Keys” on page 255.
Windows special keys
The Windows special keys
The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in
Windows: The Start key activates the Start menu. The Application
key has the same function as the secondary mouse (or
AccuPoint II) button.
Windows: The Start key activates the Start menu. The Application
key has the same function as the secondary mouse (or
AccuPoint II) button.
Overlay keys
The keys with white numbers and symbols on the front of them
form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter
numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key
keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.
form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter
numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key
keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
F10
F11
F12
Start key
Application key
Application key