Windows Hot Key Function You can use the following convenient hot keys in Windows 8. Function Hot Keys Function Description Displaying the Start Screen Windows Key Displaying the Desktop Windows Key + D Switches to Desktop mode. Running the Charms Windows Key + C Activates the Charms. Locking the Screen Windows Key + L Locks the screen. Opening the Ease of Access Center Windows Key + U Opens the Ease of Access Center configuration.
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Keyboard Chapter 3. Using the computer Shortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections. •• The keyboard image may differ from the actual keyboard. •• The keyboard may differ depending on your country. The following mainly describes the shortcut keys. Shortcut Keys Press both the Fn key and hot key at the same time. Alternatively, press the Fn Lock key as well as a hot key to use the hot key functions more easily.
Keyboard Shortcut Keys Chapter 3. Using the computer Name Settings Screen Brightness Control LCD/External Monitor Touchpad Mute Volume Control Keyboard Backlight Brightness Control (Optional) Silent Mode Airplane Mode Function The Samsung software control program, the Settings, is launched. Controls the screen brightness. Switches the screen output to the LCD or external monitor when an external monitor (or TV) is connected to the computer. Turns the Touchpad function on or off.
Keyboard Chapter 3. Using the computer Other Function Keys (Optional) •• Performs the right-click mouse function (touchpad). + •• If you press the Fn Lock key, you can use the hot key functions without pressing the Fn key. If the hot keys do not work properly, you have to install the Settings.
Touchpad The touchpad provides the same function as a mouse and the left and right buttons of the touchpad plays the role of the left and right buttons of a mouse. Chapter 3. Using the computer 46 Click Function Place a finger on the touchpad and click on an item once. Alternatively, press the left button once quickly and release it. •• Touch the touchpad with your fingers only. Anything other than your fingers, such as a ball-point pen, will not be recognized by the touchpad.
Touchpad Chapter 3. Using the computer Right Button Function 47 The Gesture Function of the Touchpad (Optional) This corresponds to clicking the right mouse button. Press the right touchpad button once. The corresponding pop-up menu appears. áᔪ the The Touchpad Gesture function may not be provided and version of the function may differ depending on the model. Some usage procedures may differ depending on the version.
Touchpad Chapter 3. Using the computer The Scroll Function Charms Menu Activating Function This function is the same as the scroll area of the Touchpad. If you place your finger on the right edge of the touch pad and drag your finger toward the center, the Charms menu appears. If you place two fingers over the Touchpad and move them up, down, left or right, the screen is scrolled up, down, left or right accordingly.
Touchpad Last Run Window Opening Function Place your finger on the left edge of the touch pad and drag your finger towards the center to activate a previously operating program from among the currently running programs. Chapter 3. Using the computer 49 Touchpad On/Off Function Locking with shortcut keys If you want to use the mouse only without using the touchpad, you can turn the touchpad off. To lock the touchpad function, press the Alternatively, press the + key and then press the keys.
External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased) This computer supports an external USB CD-ROM drive (can be additionally purchased). Check if the interface type of the external CD-ROM drive is a USB type. For detailed specifications, refer to the catalog. Chapter 3. Using the computer Connecting the CD Drive Connect the CD drive to the USB port. •• Do not insert a cracked or scratched CD. Otherwise, the CD may break and damage the optical disk drive when the CD rotates at a high speed.
External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased) Inserting and Ejecting a CD 1 Press the Eject button of the CD drive. Status Indicator Emergency Hole Eject Button 2 When the CD tray opens, insert a CD or DVD and push the tray in until it clicks. 3 Push the CD tray inward until it clicks. The CD drive status indicator is turned on. •• A CD drive’s reading and writing speed may differ depending on the condition and type of the media.
Multi Card Slot (Optional) Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the multi-card slot, you can read and write data on various types of memory cards. Micro SD / SD slot, *micro SD (T-Flash), *micro SDHC, *micro SDXC, *micro SDXC UHS-I, SD, *mini SD, SDHC, *mini SDHC, SDHC UHS-I, SDXC, SDXC UHS-I When you insert a memory card, make sure to insert the memory card in the correct direction. Pushing an incorrectly inserted memory card may damage the card itself or the slot.
Multi Card Slot (Optional) Chapter 3. Using the computer 53 1 Insert a memory card into the multi-card slot in the correct direction. To remove a memory card 2 The following message appears on the top right. Alternatively, push the tip of the card in and then remove it once it pops up. Click to open the folder and click View Files. If a message appears to notify you of any problem, click the corresponding window > Continue without Scanning. You can perform the following process described in No. 3.
Multi Card Slot (Optional) To format a memory card When using the memory card for the first time, you must format the card before using it. Formatting a card deletes all data saved on the card. If the card includes data, backup the data before formatting it. 1 Click the Windows Explorer Desktop. 2 Right-click over a card drive with the touchpad and select Format. 3 Click Start to the formatting. icon in the taskbar on the Chapter 3.
Connecting an External Display Device Chapter 3. Using the computer 55 If you connect an external display device such as a monitor, TV, projector, etc., you can view the picture on the wider screen of the external device when you give a presentation or watch a video or movie. You can experience a wider screen by connecting the computer to a monitor, TV or projector with a monitor port. There is an analog monitor port (D-SUB) and a micro digital video and audio port (Micro HDMI).
Connecting an External Display Device 2 áᔪ Connect the power cord of the connected monitor, TV or projector and turn the power on. Ŗᮁ Change your TV to external device mode when connecting to the TV. Chapter 3. Using the computer 56 Alternatively, to set up dual view: Open the Display Settings window in the Control Panel, select Monitor 2 and select the Expand to fit to this monitor checkbox to set dual view. For more detailed information, refer to the Windows online help.
Ŗᮁ Connecting an External Display Device Chapter 3. Using the computer 57 ᯲ 1 Connect the HDMI to micro HDMI cable to the HDMI port of the TV. External Monitor 2 Select Charms menu > Devices Select a desired3& ִփ monitor mode. > Second Screen. ᰆ⊹ 3& ִփ TV Projector PC3& ִփ screen only ᖅᱶ 3& ִփ The contents are only displayed on the PC monitor (current device).
Connecting an External Display Device Using multiple displays (Optional) You can connect and use two displays devices by connecting them to the monitor and the Micro HDMI ports respectively. This function is supported for 13.3 inch Intel® HD Graphics 4000 models. You can check if this feature is available by selecting Computer > System Properties > Device Manager > Display adapters and confirming that the display adapter is an Intel® HD Graphics 4000.
Adjusting the Volume Chapter 3. Using the computer You can adjust the volume using the keyboard and the volume control program. Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard + or Using the Sound Recorder The procedures to record sound using the Windows Recorder are described below. + 1 key combination to 2 Right-click over the Volume icon Recording Device. 3 Check if the microphone is set as the default recording áᔪ device. áᔪ Alternatively, press the + turn the volume on or off.
Adjusting the Volume Using SoundAlive (Optional) The SoundAlive function enables you to experience more stereophonic sound using stereo speakers. áᔪ •• SoundAlive is only supported in Windows 8. •• The software programs provider may vary, depending on your computer model. Ŗᮁ •• In addition, some pictures may differ from actual product depending on the computer model and software version. 1 ᯲ Right-click over the Volume and click Play Device.
