Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15Windows Keys 0The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Figure 1-8. Windows-specific KeysTable 1-8. Windows-specific KeysKey DescriptionWindowsLogo keyPressed alone, this key toggles the screen between the desktop and theStart screen. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety offunctions.Functions supported by Windows 8: : Toggle the screen between desktop and Start screen. +R: Open the Run dialog box +M: Minimizes all windows Shift+ +M: Restore minimized windows to the desktop +F1: Show the Help window + E: Open Windows Explorer +F: Search for a file or folder + D: Display the desktop Ctrl+ +F: Search for computers (if you are on a network) Ctrl+ +L: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a networkdomain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a networkdomain) Ctrl+ +Tab: Moves focus from Start menu, to the Quick Launchtoolbar, to the system tray (use or to move focus to items on theQuick Launch toolbar and the system tray) +Tab: Cycle through programs on the taskbar +Break: Display the System Properties dialog boxFunctions supported by Windows XP: +Break: Display the System Properties dialog box +U: Open the Ease of Access Center windowApplicationkeyThis key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opensthe application's context menu.
