Acer 8431 manual Windows Keys

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.

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

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