70 Learning the Basics
Using the keyboard

Function keys

The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are
the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.

(Sample Illustration) Function keys

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they
execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in
combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with
icons execute specific functions on the computer. For
example, Fn + F9 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more
information, see “TOSHIBA Function Keys” on page 146.

Special Windows® keys

(Sample Illustration) Special Windows

®

keys

Your computer’s keyboard has one key and one button that
have special functions in Windows®:
❖Windows® key—Toggles between the Desktop screen
and the last app opened on the Start screen. For more
information refer to Help & Support, or see “Exploring
the Start screen” on page 89
❖Application key—Has a similar function as the
secondary mouse button
Application key
Windows® key