Keys - Windows systems
Component
Description
(1)
esc
key
Displays system information when pressed in combination
with the
fn
key.
(2)
fn
key
Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function key, the
num lk
key, the
esc
key, or other keys.
(3)
Windows 7 logo key
Displays the Windows Start menu.
Windows 8 logo key
(4)
Function keys
Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the
fn
key.
(5)
Embedded numeric keypad keys
When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an
external numeric keypad.
Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by
the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
(6)
Windows 7 applications key
Windows 7: Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the
cursor.
Windows 8: Displays the App bar and a shortcut menu for
items beneath the cursor.
Windows 8 applications key
(7)
num lk
key
Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when
pressed in combination with the
fn
key.
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