Toshiba tecra 15.6 r950-s9541 Manuel D’Utilisation

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F1

 through 

F12

 are called function keys because they execute 

programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the 

Fn

 key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions 

on the computer. For example, 

Fn + F9

 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. 

For more information, see 

Your computer’s keyboard has one key and one button that have 
special functions in Windows

®

: 

❖

 key—Opens the Start menu

❖

Application key—Has a similar function as the secondary 
mouse button

The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of 
the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find 
the file, use the Start menu or Windows

®

 Explorer.

If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options. You can:

❖

Use the Search programs and files field in the Start menu

❖

Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop

❖

Use the Start menu

The next two sections explain how to start a program from the Start 
menu and the Search programs and files field.

Application key

Windows

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 key