Using Special Function Keys - Compaq Armada 4200 Reference Manual

Using Special Function Keys

Some keys on the keyboard provide special functions, depending
on the application you are using. These keys are described in the
following table:
Key
Alt
Backspace
Caps Lock
Ctrl
Esc
F1 – F12
NumLk
Pause
PrtSc
Scroll
Special Function Keys
Function
Application dependent, used in combination with
another key for a specific function. Refer to the
documentation for the application you are using.
Moves the cursor left and deletes characters as it
moves left.
When the CapsLock indicator is on, all letters typed are
capitalized.
Application dependent; used in combination with other
keys for specific functions. Refer to the documentation
for the application software you are using.
Often assigned a specific task by the application.
Frequently used as an exit key.
Used for a specific function in applications and
operating systems. Check the documentation for the
application software you are using.
Activate this function by pressing Fn+NumLk. When the
NumLk indicator light is on, the embedded numeric
keypad is activated. Use this toggle key feature to
enable and disable the numeric keypad.
Temporarily suspends screen scrolling. Activate this
function by pressing Fn+Pause. Deactivate Pause by
pressing any key.
Prints the information on the screen line-by-line to a
local printer. Using this key will print only the
information on the screen. Activate this function by
pressing Fn+PrtSc.
When the Scroll Lock indicator light is on, prevents the
screen from scrolling. Access this function by pressing
Fn+Scroll.
Using Keyboard Shortcuts
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