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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.