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Hotkeys 0 The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Figure 1-8. Keyboard Hotkeys Table 1-10. Hotkeys Hotkey + + Icon Function Communication Sleep Description Enables / disables the computer's communication devices. Puts the computer in Sleep mode. + + + + Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press any key to return. Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Turns the speakers on and off. + + + Brightness up Brightness down Volume up Volume down Play/Pause Increases the screen brightness. Decreases the screen brightness. Increases the sound volume. Decreases the sound volume. Play or pause a selected media file. 1-22 Hardware Specifications and Configurations