HP EliteBook 8770w Mobile Workstation - Manual (Page 42)

Using Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys
Microsoft Windows 8 provides shortcuts to perform actions quickly. Several shortcuts will help you
with Windows 8 functions. Press the Windows logo key
in combination with the key to perform
the action.
For additional information on Windows 8 shortcut keys go to Help and Support. From the Start
screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.
Shortcut
key Key Description
Opens the Start screen.
+ c Opens the charms.
+ d Opens the Windows desktop.
+ tab Switches between open apps.
NOTE: Continue to press this key combination until the app you
want opens.
alt + f4 Closes an active app.
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