Function Keys
On the top row of the keys are the function keys: F1 to F12. Function keys are
Hot key functions are assigned to F1, F3, F4, F5, F6, F8, F9, and F10 by your computer. (See “Hot Keys” section in this chapter for information.)
Fn. Key
The Fn. key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used with another key to perform the alternative function of a key. The letter “Fn.” and the alternative functions are identified by the color of blue on the keycap. To perform a desired function, first press and hold Fn., then press the other key.
Hot Keys
Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate special functions of the computer. Most hot keys operate in a cyclic way. Each time a hot key combination is pressed, it shifts the corresponding function to the other or next choice.
You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the keycap. The hot keys are described next.
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Fn+F1 | Toggles Keyboard backlight. |
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Fn+F3 | Decreases the speaker volume. |
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Fn+F4 | Increases the speaker volume. |
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Fn+F5 | Decreases the LCD brightness. |
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Fn+F6 | Increases the LCD brightness. |
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Fn+F7 | Enabled/Disabled the LCD Backlight (Transflective LCD |
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Fn+F8 | Switches LCD on and off. |
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Operating Your Computer |
