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Windows keys
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Windows | Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button. | |||||||
key | It launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety | |||||||
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<>: 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 notebook (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 by using Windows Flip
<> + <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 by using Windows Flip
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista, some shortcuts may not function as described.
Application | This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button. It opens the |
key | application's context menu. |
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