Acer ZX4830 Series, Service Manual

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10 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
< >
+ <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 7 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.
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