Special keys
Component
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Action keys
An action key performs the function indicated by the icon on the key. To determine which keys are on your
product, see
To use an action key, press and hold the key.
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Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
esc
key
fn
key
Windows key
Action keys
Special keys on page
14.
Description
Opens the "How to get help in Windows 10" webpage.
Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
Description
Displays system information when pressed in combination with
the
fn
key.
Executes specific functions when pressed in combination with
another key.
Opens the Start menu.
NOTE:
Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start
menu.
Execute frequently used system functions.
NOTE:
On select products, the
backlight feature off or on.
f5
action key turns the keyboard