18 Chapter 1

Windows Keys

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

Key Icon 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 function:
+ Tab (Activates next taskbar button)
+ E (Explores My Computer)
+ F1 (Opens Help and Support)
+ F (Opens the Find: All Files dialog box
+ M (Minimizes all windows)
j + + M (Undoes the minimize all windows)
+ R (Displays the Run... dialog box)
Application
key
This key has the same effect as clicking the right
mouse button; it opens the application’s context
menu.