Windows ® Special Keys; Overlay Keys - Toshiba Satellite R10 User Manual

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Learning the Basics
Using the keyboard
through
F1
programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination
with the
specific functions on the computer. For more information, see
"Fn-esse" on page
Hot keys
When used in combination with the Fn key, function keys
marked with icons run programmed functions specific to your
computer. For more information, see
page 228.
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Windows special keys
Sample Windows
Your computer's keyboard has two keys, located at the top-
right of the keyboard, that have special functions in the
operating system:
❖
Start key—Opens the Start menu
❖
Application key—Has the same function as the
secondary mouse (or TouchPad) button

Overlay keys

The keys with 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.
are called function keys because they execute
F12
key, function keys marked with icons execute
Fn
159, or
Start key
Application key
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special keys
"Hot Keys" on page
"Hot Keys" on
228.