24English Windows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.HotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of thecomputer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other keyin the hotkey combination.Key DescriptionWindowskeyPressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking onthe Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. Itcan also be used with other keys to provide a variety offunctions:< > + Activates the next Taskbar button.< > + Opens the My Computer window.< > + Opens Help and Support.< > + Opens the Find: All Files dialog box.< > + Opens the Run dialog box.< > + Minimizes all windows. + < > + Undoes the minimize all windows action.ApplicationkeyThis key has the same effect as clicking the right mousebutton; it opens the application's context menu.
