Located at the top of the keyboard, pressing these keys performs special functions or gives a shortcut for a process.
These are the so-called F Keys which form the top row of your keyboard. The function keys perfom standardized, oft-used functions with a single keystroke. They are sometimes used in combination with other keys, particularly the "Control" key.
Function keys are specific keystrokes or keystroke combinations that are equivalent to a selection on a menu. For example, at your institution, pressing F7 might be equivalent to selecting Enter Query. To find the keyboard equivalents at your institution, click the Show Keys button on the toolbar or select Show Keys from the Help pull-down menu.
The HP terminal keys [f1] through [f8], or the IBM 3278 keys [ PF1] through [PF24].
these are the set of twelve keys at the top of the keyboard, all prefixed with an "F" - what they do will depend on the application currently in use
A set of programmable keys on a keyboard (typically across the top of the keyboard),labeled F1 through F12, that perform different tasks, determined by the various software programs.
On a computer keyboard, the keys that start with an "F" that are usually (but not always) found on the top row. They are meant to perform user-defined tasks. Reference
Specific keys on the keyboard that, when pressed, instruct the computer to perform a particular operation. The function of the keys is determined by the applications program being used.
Keys F1 through F12. They are used much less in Windows programs than in DOS programs, but it's worth checking the help menu of each program to see if there are some that will speed up your work. F1 is the almost universal "Help" key. Tapping F1 will often bring up a context sensitive Help screen. Otherwise it will almost cerainly invoke the Help menu. ALPHABET
A set of keys on top of the keyboard, usually labeled F1-F12, to provide quick access to
Keys labeled from F1 to F12 that perform special functions. They are used to standardize software interfaces. For example, FT in most software will activate the help screen. Function keys also make word processing packages easier to use by serving as shortcuts for frequently used commands. (7/96)
keys on the computer keyboard that perform routine tasks when pressed.
The group of keyboard keys labeled F1 -- F10 or F12. Used to enter commands or access program features.
Keys and key combinations that transmit signals not associated with printable or displayable characters. Function keys initiate commands.
The Function keys are numbered F1, F2, F3,....F12. These are programmable keys. That is, programs can assign actions to these keys. So the same key might produce different results in different programs. Some of the function keys are becoming more standardized as to what they do. For example, F1 is most often used to access the Help file for a program.
These are those keys on the keyboard on the top row with the letter/numbers F1 through F10 or 12. They perform different special functions depending on the program. The F1 key, for example, in most programs is the on-line HELP key! Sometimes these are used in combination with other keys such as SHIFT, CTRL or ALT (which then actually means there are 36 possibilities)
A function key, also known as a PF key or an F key, performs specific functions. Each F key is assigned a special command.
F1 through F10 or F12, across the top of the keyboard.
Keys that act as shortcuts for performing certain functions, such as saving files or printing data. Function keys usually are lined along the top of the keyboard and are labeled F1 through F12, although some keyboards have fewer and others have more. Function keys also might be on either side of the lettered keys along the right or left edge of the keyboard. These keys change their function depending upon which software is running at the moment, although the P1 key, for instance, often brings up a help screen. Back to the Top
Special keys which serve two purposes in ACES: (1) To help users navigate quickly and effectively in ACES and (2) To perform screen-specific activities automatically. Each ACES screen has up to 24 associated function keys. Function keys 1-12 remain the same throughout ACES. Function keys 13-24 are screen-specific and can be accessed by pressing the SHIFT key as you press the function key. (F13 is SHIFT F1, F14 is SHIFT F2, etc.) See: ACES; ACES User Manual
keys used to change an operation (i.e F1).
The 10 or 12 F keys on the left side of the keyboard, or 12 F keys at the top of the keyboard (on some keyboards there are both). F keys are numbered F1, F2, F3, and so on, and you can use them to enter specified commands in a program.
Shortcut keys on the keyboard that are set up to send commands to the operating system, especially in MS-DOS systems.
The four keys on the far right of the Commodore 128 keyboard. Each key can be programmed to execute a series of instructions. Since the keys can be SHIFTed, you can create eight different sets of instructions.
Computer keyboard keys that are labeled F1, F2, and so on; usually positioned along the top or left side of the keyboard.
Keys that request actions but do not display or print characters. This includes the keys that normally produce a printed character, but produce a function instead when used with the code key. See also character key.
Special keys on a keyboard marked F1, F2, and so on, that are programmed to issue commands to a computer. 5.4