Function keys (Top)

Labeled F1, F2, F3 . . ., these keys have consistent uses in Windows and Windows programs. For example, pressing F1 always provides help.

Numeric keypad

The numeric keypad is arranged like a calculator to enable you to enter numbers quickly. However, with some computers, you must press the NumLock key before using the keypad for numeric entry. Otherwise, the keypad acts like cursor-control or "arrow" keys.

Cursor-control keys(Top)

Move the cursor to the right (è ), left (ç), up (é ), down (ê ), up-left (ë ), up-right (ì ), down-left (í ), down-right (î ). You can also move the cursor up a page (PageUp), down a page (PageDown), to the end of a line/page/document (End), or to the beginning of a line/page/document (Home).

Shift (Top)

Enables you to capitalize letters

 Alt (For alternate)

Activates Windows menus at the top of the screen.

 Ctrl (For control)

Used to perform a variety of operations within Windows and Windows-programs. For example, press and hold Ctrl. Press S. In most Windows programs, this combination saves your current file.

 Esc (For Escape)

This is your escape hatch. Press Esc to back out of an activity.

 Print Screen

This enables you to "print" the contents of your computer screen to a special memory area called the clipboard.