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These keys were first used on microsoft computers, CTRL stands for Control it is used as a short cut to do certain tasks such as copying, pasting, saving, deleting and even printing there are many more. The ALT key stands for Alter it is used for a bunch of other commands.
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What is ALT plus R?
Ctrl+r
What alt keys do you use for scientific notation?
shift 6
What are the keys in order to get an A with the two dots on top?
(alt+ u) release (a)
What are shortcut keys for the character formattinng CTRL plus shift plus PLUS SIGN?
superscript
How do you write 2 squared on Microsoft Word?
To write a small number such as a square sign on Microsoft word, hold down 'Ctrl', 'Alt' and press the '+' button. This mill make the text 'superscript', which means that it will be smaller, and appear in line with the top of the normal text. To turn 'superscript' off, press 'Ctrl', 'Alt' and '+' again.
How do you turn the screen?
you press ctrl, alt, and one of the arrow keys
The CTRL and ALT keys pair with other keys to execute commands?
+DEL to log off and are there more??????????????
What keys do you hold to reboot?
simaltaneously press Ctrl+alt+delete your computer will reboot
What keys do you press to bring up the Windows Security Screen?
ctrl alt delete
What keys do you hit to make a number for a foot note?
In order to create a footnote you need to press the following keys on the keyboard: Ctrl + Alt + F Ctrl + Alt + Shift + F Ctrl + Shift + F Depending on the program you are using one of the combinations above should work.
How do you make your computer screen side ways?
You can simply hold down together Ctrl + Alt + any arrow keys to turn your computer sideways the way the arrow points is the way the screen turns.
When do you use the alt key and ctrl key?
Alt and Ctrl key are special keys. Then can be used as quick menu button or can be used to execute a program. You can also use them to do a shortcut key command.
How do you change the direction of the screen?
Hold the CTRL button + ALT then press one of the arrow keys.
Why Control Alt Delete not working?
There is no reason why it shouldn't work. Check that no other keys are stuck down. and check that each of the keys CTRL, ALT and DELETE work properly. Try restarting your computer as well If you are looking to get to the task manager, press CTRL+SHIFT+ESC to get to it quickly
What happens when you press ctrl-alt-f2 in linux?
Pressing Ctrl + Alt keys, and a function key f2 to f6 will open a virtual terminal for the typing of commands. Pressing Ctrl + Alt and f7 will return you to the normal screen and out of the virtual terminal. You will need to type your username and password.
How do you rotate your computer screen?
To rotate your computer screen, use these keys: Ctrl + Alt + Arrow key.Hold all of those keys at the same time to rotate your computer screen and have it face any direction you want. Ctrl + Alt + Up Arrow key will restore the screen back to its normal state.Keep in mind that this only works for Windows XP and Windows Vista (it is not known whether this trick works on Windows 7 or not).
How do you flip the desk top?
To flip the desk top you press control (ctrl) and alt (alt) and at the same time press one of the arrow keys.
