Unit 1. Alternate Key Also called ALT key Executes commands with other key(s)
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Unit 1
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Alternate Key
• Also called ALT key• Executes commands with other key(s)
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Arrow Keys
• Move the insertion point in the direction located by the arrow on each key
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Backspace
• Deletes the character to the left of the insertion point
Backspace
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Caps Lock
• Capitalizes all letters when locked down
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Control Key
• Also called CTRL• Executes commands with other keys
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Delete
• Removes the character to the right of the insertion point
Insert Home Page
Up
Delete End Page
Down
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Example of Delete and Backspace
Hello, my name is Mrs. Ray.
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Enter/Return
• Causes the insertion point to move to the left margin and down to the next line
Enter
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Escape Key
• Also called ESC• Closes a software menu or dialog box
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Function Keys
• Special keys located at the top of the keyboard that are used alone or with the CTRL, ALT, and Shift keys to execute software commands
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Gross Words a Minute
• GWAM• Number of standard words keyed in one
minute
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Hardware
• The physical parts of a computer system
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Home Keys
• The keys where you place your fingers to begin keying
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Keyboarding Posture
• The correct seating position taught when developing typing skills
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Service Keys
• Special keys that allow you to use the computer to perform certain functions
Shift Tab
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Shift Key
• Makes capital letters and certain symbols when used with those keys
+ d = D
Shift
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Software
• Programs and routines that control the functioning of a computer
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Space Bar
• Inserts space between words and sentences
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Tab Key
• Moves the insertion point to a preset position
Tab
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Word Wrap
• Causes text to move automatically to a new line when the current line is full
Question: Do you have to press enter at the end of a line?
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No!
• If you are typing along and come to the end of a line, you do not have to press enter! That will just slow you down! The light is always green, so Go, Go, Go!