The Keyboard

Windows special keys

The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows, the Windows Start Button key activates the Start menu while the application key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse button.

This key activates the Windows Start menu.

This key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse button.

Generating ASCII characters

Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation, but you are able to generate these characters using their specific ASCII codes.

Full size keyboard:

1.Hold down ALT key.

2.Using the numeric keypad, type the ASCII code of the character you require.

3.Release ALT - the ASCII character will appear on the display screen.

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