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Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

 

 

 

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they perform programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For more information, see “Hot Keys” on page 229.

Windows® special keys

Application key

Windows® logo key

Windows® special keys

The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the Windows® family of operating systems. The Windows® logo key activates the Start menu. The Application key has the same function as the secondary mouse (or TouchPad) button.

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Keyboard overlay keys

The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the ten-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.

Using the numeric keypad overlay

To turn the numeric overlay on and off, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the status panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.