eMachines E628 Laptop User Manual


 
12 Chapter 1
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
<> + <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
<> + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
<> + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box
<> + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
<CTRL> + <> + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a network)
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows XP, 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.