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Learning the Basics
Using the keyboard
Using the keyboard
Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control
keys, function keys, and special Windows keys.
(Sample Illustration) Keyboard
Function keys
The function keys (not to be confused with the
FN
key) are
the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.
(Sample Illustration) Function keys
F1 through F12 are called function keys because they
execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in
combination with the
FN
key, function keys marked with
icons execute specific functions on the computer. For
example, the
FN
+ (
) keys turns the touchpad ON/OFF.
For more information, see
Special Windows keys
(Sample Illustration) Special Windows keys
Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special
functions in Windows:
❖
Windows key
—Launches the Start menu. For more
information refer to Help & Support, or see
way around the desktop” on page 87
❖
Application key
—Has a similar function as the
secondary mouse button
Application key
Windows key
