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Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key Icon 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.