Questions and Answers
What is the function of the Backspace key?
What action does the Delete key perform?
What is the purpose of the Num Lock key?
Switches the numeric keypad on for entry.
What happens when the Enter key is pressed?
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What is the function of the Shift key?
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The Caps Lock key allows for the typing of capitalized text only when it is pressed.
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What does the Tab key do?
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What is the function of the Escape key?
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What do the Arrow keys do?
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What is a Numeric Keypad?
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What is the purpose of the Control key?
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What does the Space Bar do?
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What is the function of the Alt key?
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What does the Windows key do?
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What are Function keys?
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Study Notes
Keyboard Keys and Their Functions
- Backspace: Deletes the character to the left of the cursor when pressed.
- Delete: Removes selected text or characters in the document.
- Num Lock: Activates the numeric keypad for numerical entry; when off, specific keys (8, 6, 4, 2) function as arrow keys.
- Enter Key: Moves the cursor to the left margin and to the next line upon pressing.
- Shift Key: Enables the typing of capital letters and special characters; there are two shift keys on the keyboard.
- Caps Lock: Capitalizes all text typed while engaged.
- Tab Key: Moves the cursor to a preset position, commonly used for indenting paragraphs.
- Escape Key: Cancels current processes or closes pop-up windows when pressed.
- Arrow Keys: Navigate the cursor in the indicated direction (up, down, left, right).
- Numeric Keypad: Located on the right side of the keyboard; resembles a calculator layout for numerical input.
- Control Key: Used in combination with another key to execute special commands (e.g., Ctrl+C for copying text).
- Space Bar: Inserts a space between letters, words, or other characters when pressed.
- Alt Key: Produces special characters when used alongside a number key.
- Windows Key: Opens the Start menu and provides quick access to the Windows operating system.
- Function Keys: Located at the top of the keyboard; function as shortcuts for various operations.
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Description
This quiz explores the various keys on a keyboard and their specific functions. Test your knowledge on how keys like Backspace, Enter, and Shift operate and their importance in typing and document formatting. Learn to identify the roles of keys that enhance your efficiency while using a computer.
