Using Microsoft Windows 8 Shortcut Keys; Using The Hot Keys - HP ENVY m6-1100 User Manual

Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys

Microsoft Windows 8 provides shortcuts to perform actions quickly. Several shortcuts will help you
with Windows 8 functions. Press the Windows logo key
the action.
For additional information on Windows 8 shortcut keys, go to Help and Support. From the Start
screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.
Shortcut
key
+
+
+
alt +

Using the hot keys

A hot key is a combination of the
To use a hot key:
▲ Briefly press the
Function
Display system information.
Control the bass settings.
Key
c
d
tab
f4
fn key and either the
fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the combination.
Hot key
fn+esc
fn+b
in combination with the key to perform
Description
Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Desktop.
Pressing the key again returns you to the previous screen.
Opens the charms.
Opens the Desktop.
Switches between open apps.
NOTE: Continue to press this key combination until the app you
want displays.
Closes an active app.
esc key or the
Description
Displays information about system hardware components and the
system BIOS version number.
Enables or disables the Beats Audio bass settings.
Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep,
controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Beats Audio is
enabled by default.
You can view and control the bass settings through the Windows
operating system. To view and control the bass properties:
From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select
Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel.
Using the keyboard and mouse
b key.
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