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System Keys

The following keys can be used from any window, regardless of the application you are using.

Key(s)
Function
Ctrl+Esc
Brings up the Windows Start menu
Alt+Esc
Switches to the next application window or minimized icon, including full-screen programs.
Alt+TAB
Switches to the next application window, restoring applications that are running as icons.
Alt+PrtSc
Copies the entire screen to Clipboard.
PrtSc
Copies the active window to Clipboard
Ctrl+F4
Closes the active window.
Alt+SPACEBAR
Opens the Control menu for an application window.
Alt+HYPHEN
Opens the Control menu for a document window.
Alt+Tab
Switches to the next application window, restoring applications that are running as icons.
DIRECTION key
Moves a window when you have chosen Move from the Control menu.
Or, changes the size of a window when you have chosen Size from the Control menu.


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