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Special keys on the PowerBook 500 Series keyboard

Escape key

Function keys

Delete key Power on key

Tab key Caps lock key

Control key

esc

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'

tab

caps lock

shift

ctrl

F1

F2

F3

F4

 

F5

 

F6

F7

F8

F9

 

F10

F11

F12

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delete

 

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return

 

 

 

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shift

 

 

option

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

enter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Option key

x(Command) key

 

 

 

Enter key Arrow keys Return key Shift key

Arrow keys

Move the insertion point, as an alternative to using the pointing device.

 

In some programs, the arrow keys have other functions.

Caps Lock key

A locking Shift key for letters only (numbers and symbols aren’t affected).

x(Command) key Works in combination with other keys as an alternative to choosing a menu command.

Control key

In combination with other keys, provides shortcuts or modifies actions.

Delete key

Deletes selected material, or the character to the left of the insertion point.

Enter key

In a dialog box, pressing Enter is the same as clicking the outlined button.

 

In some programs, confirms information you have provided.

Escape key

The function of this key depends on the program you’re using.

Function keys

Some programs allow you to use function keys to give commands. You

 

can assign commands or action sequences to function keys with utility

 

programs.

Option key

In combination with other keys, produces special characters or modifies

 

actions.

Power On key

Turns on the computer.

Return key

Moves the insertion point to the beginning of the next line. In a dialog box,

 

pressing Return is the same as clicking the outlined button.

Shift key

Produces capital letters (or the upper character on the key).

Tab key

Moves the insertion point to the next stopping place (such as a tab stop or

 

data field).

 

 

 

 

64Appendix B

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Contents User’s Guide Apple Computer, Inc Contents Power Management Index Communications regulation information Vcci statement Trackpad button Getting Started Plugging in the computerWhen you are ready to begin Opening the display Turning on the computer To turn on the computer for the first timeProblems turning on your computer? What’s next? Learning the basics Tips for using the trackpad Reviewing the basics Learned from the tutorialTurning the computer off Putting the computer to sleep Automatic sleepRestarting a computer that’s already on Where to find answers User’sGuideGetting Help Getting answers to your questions Getting answers with the Topics button Now continue with the next section Getting answers with the Index button Read and follow the instructions in the window Getting answers with the Look For button If you want to close Macintosh Guide, click here Tips for using Macintosh Guide Identifying objects on the screen Learning useful shortcuts Main Macintosh Shortcuts window appearsClick one of the category buttons Connecting Additional Equipment Connecting a printer Connecting a modemExternal modem is ready to use Connecting Scsi devices TerminatorUsing your PowerBook as a Scsi disk Connecting your computer as a Scsi diskTurn on the PowerBook by pressing the Power On key Simplifying the connection process Drawing battery power in Scsi disk mode Quitting Scsi disk modeConnecting an external monitor Video port Video adapter Video cable Trouble? Disconnecting an external monitor Working with an external monitorConnecting sound input and output devices Connecting other devices Adding memory to your computerInstalling and Using Application Programs Installing application programsWorking with several programs at a time Switching programsFinding out which programs are open Backing up your files Hiding and showing windows on the desktopPower Management Power sourcesWhat you should do Responding to low-power messagesWhat you should know Recharging the batteries Removing or replacing the batteries To remove or replace the batteries, follow these stepsPower Management Maximizing the life of batteries Maximizing work timeAppendix a Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips Health-related information about computer useMusculoskeletal discomfort Arranging your work area and equipment Eye fatigueChair Keyboard and trackpad Mouse Built-in displayWhat about electromagnetic emissions? Avoiding fatigueExternal monitor Important care and safety instructions Appendix a Caring for batteries Handling floppy disks Traveling with the PowerBook Storing the PowerBook Service and supportAppendix B Using Your Keyboard Control key Index Index Index Index PowerBook Troubleshooting Guide See Scsi Y, Z Apple Publishing System