Windows Keys - Acer Aspire One AOP531h Service Manual

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key
Windows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button;
Application
key
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it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of
functions:
: Open or close the Start menu
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+ <D>: Display the desktop
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+ <E>: Open Windows Explore
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+ <F>: Search for a file or folder
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+ <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
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+ <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or
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switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain)
+ <M>: Minimizes all windows
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+ <R>: Open the Run dialog box
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+ <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
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+ <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
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+ <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
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+ <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box
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+ <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the desktop
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+ <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
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+ <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar
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<CTRL> + + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a network)
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<CTRL> + + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the
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Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function
as described.
This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the
application's context menu.
Description
taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
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