Acer 4552 Manuel D’Utilisation
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Chapter 1
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:
<
>
:
Open or close the Start menu
<
>
+ <D>:
Display the desktop
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>
+ <E>:
Open Windows Explore
<
>
+ <F>: Search for a file or folder
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>
+ <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
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>
+ <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or
switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain)
<
>
+ <M>: Minimizes all windows
<
>
+ <R>:
Open the Run dialog box
<
>
+ <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
<
>
+ <U>:
Open Ease of Access Center
<
>
+ <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
<
>
+ <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box
<
>
+ <SHIFT+M>:
Restore minimized windows to the desktop
<
>
+ <TAB>:
Cycle through programs on the taskbar
<
>
+ <SPACEBAR>:
Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar
<CTRL> +
<
>
+ <F>:
Search for computers (if you are on a network)
<CTRL> +
<
>
+ <TAB>:
Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the
taskbar
Note:
Depending on your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as
described.