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Welcome to the New PC Experience
Key features and operations are described below:
Function Keys
The function keys F1 through F12 are application-driven. These keys work together with the Fn key to
activate special functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with dual functions.
Control keys
Ctrl, Alt, Fn,
and
Shift
are controls used in conjunction with other keys to change their functions. To use
control keys, press and hold the control key while pressing another key. For example, “
Press Ctrl-C
” means
to hold down the
Ctrl
key and type the letter
C
.
Windows keys
• Start Menu key- displays the Start menu
• Shortcut/Application key- provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right mouse
button.
Cursor Control keys
Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want. The cursor indicates where
the next text typed is inserted.
Typewriter keys
Typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to enter text and characters. Keys with blue print on
them behave differently when combined with control keys.