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Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key Description
Windows
key
Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as
clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the
Start menu.
It can also be used with other keys to provide a
variety of functions:
<> : Open or close the Start menu
<> + <D>: Display the desktop
<> + <E>: Open Windows Explore
<> + <F>: Search for a file or folder
<> + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
<> + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are
connected to a network domain), or switch users (if
you're not connected to a network domain)
<> + <M>: Minimizes all windows
<> + <R>: Open the Run dialog box
<> + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
<> + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
<> + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
<> + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties
dialog box
<> + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows
to the desktop
<> + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the
taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D
<> + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the
front and select Windows Sidebar
<CTRL> +
<> + <F>: Search for computers (if
you are on a network)
<CTRL> +
<> + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to
cycle through programs on the taskbar by using
Windows Flip 3-D
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows Vista,
some shortcuts may not function as described.
Application
key
This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button;
it opens the application's context menu.