HP E2S18UAABA manual Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys, Using the hot keys

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Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys

Microsoft Windows 8 provides shortcuts to perform actions quickly. Press the Windows key in combination with a designated key in the table to perform the action.

Shortcut		Key	Description
key

			Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows
			desktop.
			NOTE: Pressing the key again returns you to the previous screen.

	+	c	Reveals the charms.

	+	d	Opens the Windows desktop.

	+	q	Opens the All Apps screen.

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

alt	+	f4	Closes an active app.

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.

Using the hot keys

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

To use a hot key:

▲Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the esc key.

Function	Hot key	Description

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

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Using the hot keys Securing your computer and information Input power Operating environment Page Starting right Best practicesFun things to do Resource Contents More HP resourcesMore HP resources Getting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software informationLocating hardware Locating softwareRight side Component DescriptionSelect User guides See Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Left sideDisplay Top TouchPadLights Buttons and speakers Keys Fn keyBottom SupportLabels ComponentModel number select models only Revision number Connecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless buttonSharing data and drives and accessing software Using a WlanUsing an Internet service provider Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Connecting to a Wlan Protecting your WlanConnecting to a wired network Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network LAN Enjoying entertainment features Multimedia featuresUsing the webcam Using audioConnecting speakers Using video Connecting headphonesConnecting a microphone Checking the soundConnecting a VGA monitor or projector Connecting an Hdmi device Configuring Hdmi audio settingsManaging your audio and video files select models only Using the TouchPad Using TouchPad gesturesTapping ScrollingPinching/zooming Rotating select models onlyFinger click select models only Flicking select models onlyEdge swipes Right-edge swipeTop-edge swipe Left-edge swipe Using touch screen gestures select models only One-finger slideTapping Pinching/stretching Edge swipes Using the keyboard and mouse Using the keysTop-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe Using the action keys Icon Key DescriptionUsing Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys Using the hot keysShortcut Key Description Function Hot key DescriptionManaging power Initiating Sleep and HibernationManually initiating and exiting Sleep Using the power meter and power settings Running on battery powerSetting password protection on wakeup Removing a user-replaceable battery Finding battery informationConserving battery power Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Running on external AC power Storing a user-replaceable batteryDisposing of a user-replaceable battery Replacing a user-replaceable batteryTroubleshooting power problems HP CoolSense select models onlyShutting down turning off the computer Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceManaging and sharing information Type DescriptionInserting and removing a memory card Removing a USB devicePage Maintaining your computer Improving performanceHandling drives Replacing a hard drivePage Page Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard statusUsing Disk Defragmenter Using Disk CleanupAdding or replacing memory modules Page Page Cleaning your computer Updating programs and driversCleaning procedures Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or NotebooksCleaning the sides or cover Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouseTraveling with or shipping your computer Using passwords Computer risk Security featureSecuring your computer and information Using Internet security software Setting Windows passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Password FunctionInstalling software updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing critical security updatesSecuring your wireless network Using an optional security cable lockBacking up your software applications and information Starting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi Downloading a Bios updateDownloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Backing up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backupsCreating HP Recovery media Restore and recovery Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery Remove everything and reinstall WindowsRecovering using HP Recovery Manager Using the HP Recovery partition select models onlyWhat you need to know Using HP Recovery media to recover Changing the computer boot orderRemoving the HP Recovery partition Specifications Input powerOperating environment Electrostatic Discharge Bios IndexWlan