function key
F1 through F12
A function key is one of the keys on a computer keyboard labeled F1 through F12 (or higher), positioned in a row above the number keys.
Function keys perform different operations depending on the software being used—F1 typically opens help, F5 often refreshes a page.
Press the function key to save your work.
- shortcutQuicker alternative path
- hotkeyProgrammed key combination
- keystrokeSingle keyboard input
- modifier keyKey enabling command combinations
- input deviceHardware accepting user commands
press · quick access · keycap · remap · F1 · escape · help menu · debug mode · BIOS · boot sequence · refresh · macro · shift key · toggle · alt · volume control · screen brightness · legacy systems
- keyboard keysspace, enter, shift, Tab, tab
- ATMsATM, ATMs, ATM machine, cash machine, cash machines
- keyboard shortcutsctrl+c, Alt-Tab, Ctrl-Alt-Delete, shortcuts, hotkeys
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