Asus 14-b013nr manual Using the hot keys, Shortcut Key Description, Function Hot key Description

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Shortcut		Key	Description
key

	+	d	Opens the Windows Desktop.

	+	tab	Switches between open apps.
			NOTE: Continue to press this key combination until the app you
			want displays.

alt	+	f4	Closes an active app.

Using the hot keys

A hot key is a combination of the fn key and the esc key or the b key.

To use a hot key:

▲Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the combination.

Function	Hot key	Description

Display system information.	fn+esc	Displays information about system hardware components and the
		system BIOS version number.

Control the bass settings.	fn+b	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 also view and control the bass settings through the
		Windows operating system. To view and control the bass properties:
		To open Beats Audio Control Panel, from the Start screen, type c,
		select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound and then select
		Beats Audio Control Panel.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Connecting to a local area network LAN Managing and sharing information Input power Viii Operating environment Page Starting right Best practicesFun things to do Resource Contents More HP resourcesGetting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software informationRight side Component DescriptionLeft side Display Top TouchPadLights Hibernation onButton, speakers, and subwoofer Keys Fn keyBottom Labels ComponentConnecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using a WlanUsing the wireless button Using operating system controlsUsing an Internet service provider Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Protecting your WlanUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Connecting to a WlanConnecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LANEnjoying entertainment features Multimedia FeaturesUsing the webcam Ports, see Using a USB device onUsing audio Connecting speakersConnecting headphones Connecting a microphoneChecking the sound Using videoConnecting an Hdmi TV or monitor Configuring audio settings with Hdmi TV Managing your audio and video files Page Using the TouchPad Using TouchPad gesturesTapping ScrollingPinching/zooming Rotating select models onlyEdge swipes Finger click select models onlyFlicking select models only Right-edge swipe Top-edge swipeLeft-edge swipe Using the keyboard and mouse Using ALT GR key combinationsUsing the keys Using the action keysUsing Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys Using the hot keys Shortcut Key DescriptionFunction Hot key Description Beats Audio Control PanelIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Managing powerInitiating Sleep and Hibernation Initiating and exiting Sleep Enabling and Exiting User-Initiated HibernationSetting password protection on wakeup Using the power meter and power settings Selecting a power planRunning on battery power Factory-sealed batteryFinding battery information Conserving battery powerRunning on external AC power Resolving a low battery levelTroubleshooting an AC adapter HP CoolSense select models onlyShutting down turning off the computer Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceManaging and sharing information Type DescriptionConnecting a powered USB device Removing a USB deviceInserting and removing a digital storage card Sharing data and drives and accessing software Select Open Network and Sharing CenterHandling drives Maintaining your computerImproving performance Updating programs and drivers Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Cleaning your computerCleaning the display, sides, and cover Traveling with or shipping your computer Securing your computer and information Using passwordsComputer risk Security feature Password Function Setting Windows passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Using Internet security software Installing software updatesUsing antivirus software Using firewall softwareSecuring your wireless network Using an optional security cable lockInstalling HP and third-party software updates Backing up your software applications and informationPage Using Setup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics Starting Setup Utility BiosUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using System Diagnostics Backing up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backups Creating HP Recovery mediaTo create HP Recovery media What you need to knowRestore and recovery Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery Remove everything and reinstall WindowsRecovering using HP Recovery Manager Using HP Recovery media to recover Changing the computer boot orderRemoving the HP Recovery partition Input power Rating SpecificationsInput power Operating environment Electrostatic Discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexWlan