Acer 2430 Series manual Windows keys, Hotkeys, Key Description

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Windows keys

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

Key		Description
	Windows key	Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on
		the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu.
		It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety
		of functions:
		< > + <Tab>: Activates the next Taskbar button.
		< > + <E>: Opens the My Computer window.
		< > + <F1>: Opens Help and Support Center.
		< > + <F>: Opens the Search Results window.
		< > + <R>: Opens the Run dialog box.
		< > + <M>: Minimizes all windows.
		<Shift> + < > + <M>: Undoes the minimize all
		windows action.
	Application	This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse
	key	button; it opens the application's context menu.

Hotkeys

The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.

To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.