Using F11 and F12

The F11 and F12 keys perform special functions within application programs. You activate these keys by using Fn with the F1 and F2 keys. Hold down Fn and press F1 to produce F11; hold down Fn and press F2 to produce F12.

Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad

The embedded numeric keypad allows you to enter numeric characters from the keyboard when the Num Lock function is on. You can also use the keypad to control the cursor. The embedded numeric keypad is shown below:

Press NumLock to turn Num Lock (and its LED) on and off. Then

press the key to enter the numeric character printed on the right-hand side of the key top. Press Shift plus the keys to control

the cursor. You can press Fn plus the key to enter the alphabetic character on the key; press Fn Shift plus the key to enter the alphabetic character in uppercase.

When Num Lock is off, you can generate the numeric character by pressing Fn Shift plus the key. You can move the cursor by

pressing Fn plus the keys.

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