HP dx2420 manual 4Keyboard Components

Keyboard

Figure 1-5Keyboard Components

Table 1-4Keyboard Components

1	Function Keys	Perform special functions depending on the software application being used.
2	Editing Keys	Includes the following: Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down.
3	Status Lights	Indicate the status of the computer and keyboard settings (Num Lock, Caps Lock,
		and Scroll Lock).
4	Numeric Keys	Work like a calculator keypad.
5	Arrow Keys	Used to navigate through a document or Web site. These keys allow you to move
		left, right, up, and down, using the keyboard instead of the mouse.
6	Ctrl Keys	Used in combination with another key; their effect depends on the application
		software you are using.
7	Application Key1	Used (like the right mouse button) to open pop-up menus in a Microsoft Office
		application. May perform other functions in other software applications.
8	Windows Logo Keys1	Used to open the Start menu in Microsoft Windows. Used in combination with other
		keys to perform other functions.
9	Alt Keys	Used in combination with another key; their effect depends on the application
		software you are using.

1Keys available in select geographic regions.

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