Keyboard
Figure 1-13 Keyboard Components
Table 1-10 Keyboard Components
1 Function Keys Perform special functions depending on the software application being used.
2 Editing Keys Includes the following: Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down.
3 Status Lights Indicate the status of the computer and keyboard settings (Num Lock, Caps
Lock, and Scroll Lock).
4 Numeric Keys Work like a calculator keypad.
5 Arrow Keys Used to navigate through a document or Web site. These keys allow you to
move left, right, up, and down, using the keyboard instead of the mouse.
6 Ctrl Keys Used in combination with another key; their effect depends on the application
software you are using.
7
Application Key
1
Used (like the right mouse button) to open pop-up menus in a Microsoft Office
application. May perform other functions in other software applications.
8
Windows Logo Keys
1
Used to open the Start menu in Microsoft Windows. Used in combination with
other keys to perform other functions.
9 Alt Keys Used in combination with another key; their effect depends on the application
software you are using.
1
Keys available in select geographic regions.
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