Acer Aspire one Series - Windows Keys

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Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key Description
Windows
key
Pressed alone it launches the Start menu. It can also be
used with other keys for other functions:
< > : Open or close the Start menu
< > + <D>: Display the desktop
< > + <E>: Open Windows Explorer
< > + <F>: Search for a file or folder
< > + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets
< > + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected
to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not
connected to a network domain)
< > + <M>: Minimizes all windows
< > + <R>: Open the Run dialog box
< > + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
< > + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center
< > + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center
< > + <Break>: Display the System Properties dialog
box
< > + <Shift+M>: Restore minimized windows to the
desktop
< > + <Tab>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar
by using Windows Flip 3-D
< > + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and
select Windows Sidebar
<CTRL> + < > + <F>: Search for computers (if you are
on a network)
<CTRL> + < > + <Tab>: Use the arrow keys to cycle
through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip
3-D
Note: Depending on your edition of
Windows, some shortcuts may not function
as described.
Application
key
This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse
button; it opens the application's context menu.