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Hotkeys
Some keys on the keyboard are printed with icons. These keys are called hotkeys and can be pressed alone
or in combination with the Fn key to access certain Windows functions or settings quickly. The functions of
hotkeys are symbolized by the icons printed on them.
Hotkey
Hotkey mode
Some hotkeys share keys with functions keys (F1 to F12). The hotkey mode is a UEFI/BIOS setting that
changes how hotkeys (or function keys) are used.
Hotkey mode
How to use hotkeys
setting
Disabled
Hold down the Fn key and press one of the
hotkeys.
Enabled
Press the hotkeys directly.
Note: Hotkeys that do not share keys with function keys are not affected by the hotkey mode setting. They
should always be used with the Fn key.
Use multimedia
Use your computer for business or entertainment with the built-in components (camera, speakers, and audio
features) or connected external devices (an external projector, monitor, and HDTV).
Function
Mutes/Unmutes sound.
Decreases/Increases system volume.
Enables/Disables the integrated microphone.
Refreshes page.
Enables/Disables the touchpad.
Turns on/off airplane mode.
Enables/Disables the integrated camera.
Locks/Unlocks the LCD screen.
Switches display devices.
Decreases/Increases backlight brightness.
How to use function keys
Press the function keys directly.
Hold down the Fn key and press one of the
function keys.
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