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Learning the Basics
Using the keyboard
through
F1
programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with
the
Fn
functions on the computer. For more information, see
on page
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Windows special keys
Windows
The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the
Windows
activates the Start menu. The Application key has the same
function as the secondary mouse (or TouchPad) button.
Overlay keys
&
7
8
Home
7
U
4
J
End
Keyboard overlay keys
The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the
numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric
data or control the cursor as you would using the ten-key keypad
on a desktop computer's keyboard.
Using the numeric keypad overlay
To turn the numeric overlay on and off, press
simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the status panel glows
when the numeric overlay is on.
are called function keys because they perform
F12
key, function keys marked with icons execute specific
229.
Application key
Windows
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special keys
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logo key
"Hot Keys"
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logo key
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Fn
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