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:

 

< >: Open or close the Start menu

 

< > + <D>: Display the desktop

 

< > + <E>: Open Windows Explore

 

< > + <F>: Search for a file or folder

 

< > + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets

 

< > + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or

 

switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain)

 

< > + <M>: Minimizes all windows

 

< > + <R>: Open the Run dialog box

 

< > + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar

 

< > + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center

 

< > + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center

 

< > + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box

 

< > + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the desktop

 

< > + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar

 

< > + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar

 

<CTRL> + < > + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a network)

 

<CTRL> + < > + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the

 

taskbar

Note: Depending on your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as described.

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Acer 4553G manual Windows Keys, Key Description