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1 Computer Basics Windows 7 Quick Reference Card General Concepts Understanding Hardware, Software, and Information Technology (IT): A computer s hardware is a computer item you can physically see or touch. The software is a computer program that tells computer hardware how to operate. Information Technology (IT), is the broad subject related to computers and managing and processing information. Main Parts of a Personal Computer Central Processing Unit (CPU): The computer s brain or heart, the CPU is a computer s main chip. It calculates and processes information, and its speed is measured in Megahertz (MHz) and Gigahertz (GHz). Hard Disk: The computer s main, long-term storage device. Common Input Devices: Mouse: Acts as a handheld pointing device and controls the actions of that blinking item on your computer screen known as a cursor. Common Output Devices: Keyboard: Lets you enter information and commands into a computer. Digital camera: Lets you take pictures and transfer them to a computer. Monitors: Looks and works a lot like a TV screen. The monitor is really only half of what makes text and images appear on the screen. The other half is the graphics card. The monitor plugs into the graphics card in the back of the computer. Printers: Transfers processed information to printed page. Main types of printers are: InkJet; Laser and color laser; Multifunction; Dot matrix; and Plotter. Speakers: Allow you to hear the sounds produced by the sound card. Memory: A computer s temporary storage place, where it gets its work done. There are two main types of memory on your computer: RAM (random-access memory): Computer s main memory, which is used to process information (example: work with a file). This memory is volatile, which means unsaved data disappears when you shut off the computer. ROM (read-only memory): Computer s low-level memory, which is used to perform its most basic functions (example: start the computer). This memory is nonvolatile, which means data remains even when you shut off the computer. Measuring Memory: Bit: Short for binary digit, a bit is the smallest memory unit. Eight bits equal one byte. Byte: Short for binary digits eight, one byte equals one character (letter, number, or symbol). Kilobyte (K or KB): 1,024 bytes Megabyte (M or MB): 1,048,576 bytes Gigabyte (G or GB): 1,073,741,824 bytes Terabyte (TB): 1,099, 511,627,776 bytes Computer Performance CPU Speed: Arguably the single most important factor that determines a computer s performance is the speed of its CPU. RAM: Generally, the more RAM a computer has the better its performance. Multitasking: Microsoft Windows can run more than one program at a time. The more programs or tasks being done at a time, the longer it takes to complete each one, and hence a drop in computer performance. Software Graphical User Interface (GUI): Makes computers easier to operate by using pictures and icons to represent files and programs. An Operating System: Loads automatically and controls just about everything on your computer. An Application Program: Helps you accomplish a certain task, such as writing a letter, browsing the Internet, or playing a game. New Software Versions and Releases: Come out periodically and add new features and improve components of a program. New versions also take advantage of ever-improving technology. Networks and the Internet LAN: Stands for Local Area Network and connects computers in the same geographic area or building, using cables. Internet: The Internet is the largest computer network in the world, connecting millions of computers. People use it for many reasons, such as to make purchases, research information, or send . World Wide Web: The World Wide Web is a hypertext system that operates over the Internet. The hypertext is read by browsers, which display the web pages from web servers. Storage Devices Monroe County Library System Memory Devices: Memory devices are very useful for sharing or transporting information. They are also useful for backing up your information. A comparison of some of the most common storage devices appears below. Device Speed Capacity Cost Zip disk Significantly slower than most hard disks. 100 to 250 Megabytes (MB). Expensive when compared to costs of other storage devices. CD-ROM DVD Internal Hard Disk External Hard Disk Much slower than a hard disk. Faster than a CD-ROM drive, but not as fast as a hard disk. Very fast. Most hard disks have an average access speed of between 8 to 15 milliseconds (ms). Very fast, though normally slower than internal hard disks. About 650 Megabytes (MB). About 4 Gigabytes (GB), although future DVDs are rumored to hold up to 17 (GB). Enormous. Many hard disks have more than 200 Gigabytes (GB) of storage. Enormous same as internal hard disks. Very inexpensive. Slightly more than a CD-ROM but still very inexpensive. Byte for byte they are the most inexpensive way to store data. Slightly more expensive than internal hard disks I CustomGuide. All rights reserved.

2 Parts of a Typical Window Title bar Click and drag to move the window. Minimize button Click to shrink or minimize the window. Maximize button Click to make the window fill the entire screen. Close button Click to close the window. File Management The Folder Pane Click a folder in the left pane to view its contents in the right pane. Ribbon Controls for commonly used commands. Move the pointer over a control for a couple seconds to see what it does. Menu Click these words to display commands. Click and drag to move up and down the page. Click and drag to change the window s size. Windows Tips The Windows 7 Start menu displays your most frequently used programs. You can find your other programs under All Programs. Not sure what a toolbar button does? Place the pointer over the button for a second; a helpful description will usually appear. Want to do something to an object? Try clicking the object with the right mouse button. A list of what you can do to the object will appear in a shortcut menu. Make a mistake? Try using the undo command by selecting Edit Undo from the menu, or by pressing <Ctrl> + <Z>. Need to use the menu without using the mouse? Press <Alt> and the underlined letters of the menu item you want to open. In a dialog box you can press <Enter> instead of clicking OK, and you can press <Esc> instead of clicking Cancel. Need help? Press <F1>. A help window will appear with information about the program. Not sure what a control in a dialog box does? Click the What is this button in the upper right corner of the window and then click the control with the pointer. Not sure what programs are running? Look at the names on the taskbar along the bottom of the screen. Internet Explorer To Connect to the Internet: Click the Start button and select Internet Explorer from the menu, or click the Internet Explorer icon on the Quick Launch bar. To Display a Specific Web Page: Type the Web address in the Address bar and press <Enter>, or press <Ctrl> + <L>, type the Web address, and click OK. To Use a Hyperlink: Click the hyperlink with the pointer. To Go Back to the Previous Page: Click the Back button on the toolbar. To Return to a Web Address you Typed in the Address Bar: Click the Address bar list arrow and select the Web address. To Refresh a Web Page: Click the Refresh button on the toolbar. To Stop the Transfer of Information: Click the Stop button on the toolbar. This folder contains hidden sub folders. Click to display those hidden folders. This folder s subfolders are displayed. Click to hide subfolders. To Open a File or Folder: Double-click the file or folder. To Create a Folder: Select Create a new folder task on the Menu bar, type a Name for the folder and press <Enter>. To Rename a File or Folder: Right Click the folder to select it, select Rename this folder from the menu, type a name for the folder and press <Enter>. Or use the option in the Organize Menu on menu bar. To Delete a File or Folder: Select the file or folder and press the <Delete> key. Or Select the file and choose the Delete option in the Organize Menu. To Restore a Deleted File: Double-click the Recycle Bin to open it. Select the file and click Restore this file from the Recycle Bin Tasks menu. To Empty the Recycle Bin: Right-click the Recycle Bin and select Empty Recycle Bin from the shortcut menu. Move/Copy a File or Folder (Drag and Drop Method): Move a file or folder by clicking it and dragging it to the desired location. Hold down the <Ctrl> key while you drag to copy the file or folder. Move/Copy a File or Folder (Toolbar Method): Select the file or folder, select Move this file or Copy this file from the File and Folder Tasks panel, and select a destination for the file or folder from the dialog box. To Change How Items are Displayed: Select View from the menu and select one of the four view modes, or select a view from the View button list arrow on the toolbar. To Select Multiple Files: Hold down the <Ctrl> key while you click the files you want to select. To Find a File: Type the file name in the Search box in upper right of window. To View a File or Folder s Properties: Right-click the file or folder and select Properties from the shortcut menu.

3 Desktop and Windows Descriptions Monroe County Library System Tel. (734) us This is the screen that loads or boots up when you turn your computer on. Icon Shortcut Icon With arrow Task Bar Start Button Explorer Bar or Quick Launch Buttons Notifications Area or System Tools Show Desktop View Internet Title Bar, Menu Bar and Tool Bars/Menu Depending on the Internet browser program you are using, bars and tools may be presented differently. When you point to buttons a screen tip will open with a description of what it is.

4 Title Bar Menu Bar Address Bar Favorites Bar Website Tabs & Add Tab Website Name Browser Software Title Bar Minimize, Maximize, Close Website Name Current Website name is located on the left side of the Title Bar Browser Software The program being used to navigate the internet-(mozilla Firefox is displayed) Minimize Closes the window and leaves an icon to view it again by clicking it on the task bar Maximize/Restore Opens the window in full screen view or restores it down to a smaller window Close Closes the window and shuts down the program or internet Title Bar Top bar on the window containing the name of program or website being used Menu Bar Address Bar Contains menus with tools to use, save, format, navigate and get help with software, windows or internet. Click on the menu name to view options. Contains the address of the website on the internet or in Windows documents and programs are displayed Favorites Bar Displays your favorite websites or websites visited often Website Tabs Displays the current website; multiple tabs with open websites can be used Add Tab To the right of the website tabs, a small button to add a tab to open another website

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6 1 Back & Forward Buttons Allows you to navigate forward or backward when you have clicked on multiple links on a website 2 Bookmark This Page Button/Menu Saves current page in your Favorites menu or on the Favorites bar for quick access 3 Refresh Button Click here to load most current information for a website 4 Search Box Type text here to search for topics or sites 5 Home Page Button Click here to return to home page 6 Command Bar Tool s for navigation, format, print, internet, safety, RSS options 7 Status Bar Displays link address when pointing to a link-can be used to verify a link for security or to get the complete address to the link you are pointing to on a website 8 Task Bar Holds the start, windows, internet and other buttons and tools 9 Help Button/Menu Click on Help button or Help Menu to get help with tasks 10 Screen Tip When you point to an object a small box will open with a name and description. If shortcut keys are available they will also be displayed.

7 Computer Skills Intro Windows 7 Turn Computer ON (Power ON) Locate the power button on the computer tower it is a round button that you push in to turn the power on. Usually on the face of the tower. On a laptop, it will be above or below the keyboard. Press the button in. Look for the light on or near the button to turn green, and then release the button. (You may be able to hear the computer humming or you could place your hand on the side of the machine and feel the vibration). Mouse Aerobics - Practice building mouse skills. Mouse Skills It is very important to get comfortable with using a mouse if you re using a computer for anything. Many basic tasks on a computer require mouse use. Practice these basics: Holding the Mouse It is designed to fit in the palm of your hand. Try holding it so your thumb is touching the table on the left side of the mouse and your pinky finger is touching the table on the right side of the mouse. The base of your palm should also touch the table and the mouse should fit into the pocket of your palm. Shortcuts General Open a Document Create New Save a Document Print a Document Close a Document Help Editing Cut Copy Paste Undo Redo or Repeat Formatting Bold Italics Underline Align Left Center Align Right Justify <Ctrl> + <O> <Ctrl> + <N> <Ctrl> + <S> <Ctrl> + <P> <Ctrl> + <W> <F1> <Ctrl> + <X> <Ctrl> + <C> <Ctrl> + <V> <Ctrl> + <Z> <Ctrl> + <Y> <Ctrl> + <B> <Ctrl> + <I> <Ctrl> + <U> <Ctrl> + <L> <Ctrl> + <E> <Ctrl> + <R> <Ctrl> + <J> Clicking You will need to learn how to click : -one or two taps on the left mouse button will open a program or document -one tap on the right mouse button will open a menu for the object you are pointing to -press and hold the left mouse button to move or drag objects Mouse Aerobics Go to (You will need to be connected to the internet to type this in the address bar.) On left menu frame, point to the Technology option, move to sub menu and click on Computer Classes. Scroll down page until you see the Mouse Aerobics Online and click on it. Follow steps as described. Practice the lesson until you are comfortable with using the mouse. Text Selection To Select: Do This: A Word Double-click the word A Sentence Press and hold <Ctrl> and click anywhere in the sentence A Line Click in the selection bar next to the line A Paragraph Triple click the paragraph Everything <Ctrl> + <A>

8 Typing Practice - Type on Line or Mavis Beacon How to Use Type Online Site This program will be used as directed in class by the instructor. It is on our mobile lab that you will be using. Go to (If you are reading this from the Internet, hold the CTRL key and click on the link). Please read the home page carefully before you start. If you have very little typing skills follow the instructions for hand placement on keyboard to help improve speed. Practice each lesson a few times until you are satisfied with the rate of improvement. 1. Choose level of typing skill in the menu on the left of screen. 2. Each level has 10 lessons. Choose the lesson you want. 3. In the highlighted work space, click on the lesson in the drop down menu. Then click Start. 4. Type each character that is in bold. (Be sure to use the space bar when prompted.) This is a for-purchase only program. However, you can get a Free trial version at this site: Mavis Beacon Trial Download if you are using this course on the Internet. Or Copy and paste this address into URL box (address bar): Typing-17-Deluxe/ _ html Turn Computer Off (Power DOWN) 1. Click on the Start button at bottom left corner of monitor. 2. Click on Shut Down a. Windows will automatically close all files, folders and programs and powers off the computer. b. For other options click on the arrow next to shut down and choose option.

9 Microsoft Windows 7 Quick Reference Card Windows Explorer Toolbar Displays buttons and menus for common commands. Navigation Pane Provides quick navigation to folders and files. Browse to favorite locations, libraries, homegroups, Computer, and the network. Address bar Displays the location of the folder that is currently open. To Search for a File or Program on the Computer: Click the Start button, or press < >, and type a keyword for the file or program. Search results are displayed in the menu. To Search for a File in a Folder or Library: Open the folder or library you want to search. Click the Search box in the upper right corner of the window and enter keyword(s) for the file you want to find. To Add a Search Filter: After entering keywords in the Search box, select a filter from the list that appears. To Add a Folder to a Library: Open the library and click the locations link. Click the Add button. Select the folder and click Include folder. To Create a New Library: Open Computer and select Libraries in the Navigation pane. Click the New library button on the toolbar. Enter a name for the library press <Enter>. Double-click the library and select the folders you want to include. Title bar Click and drag to move the window. To Change How Items are Displayed: Click the Change your view button list arrow on the toolbar and select a view. To Change Window Layout: Click the Organize button on the toolbar, point to Layout, and select a layout option. To Create a Folder: Click the New Folder button on the toolbar. Type a name for the folder and press <Enter>. To Use the Address Bar to Navigate: Click a location on the Address bar to go to view it in the window. Click a location s list arrow to view and open subfolders within the location. To Preview a File: Click the Preview Pane button on the toolbar or press <Alt> + <P>. Select the file you want to preview. To View a File or Folder s Properties: Select the file or folder and view properties in the Details pane. Search box Enter keywords to search the folder. Details pane Displays details about selected files. Keystroke shortcuts General Start menu < > My Computer < > + <E> Create new folder <Ctrl> + <Shift> + <N> Zoom < > + <+> Connect to projector < > + <P> Flip 3D < > + <Tab> Window management Peek at the desktop < > + <Space> Show/Hide desktop < > + <D> Minimize all windows < Minimize other < > + <Home> windows > + <M> Maximize < > + < > Minimize/Restore < > + < > Dock to left < > + < > Dock to right < > + < > Jump to left monitor < > + <Shift> + < > Jump to right monitor < > + <Shift> + < > Show/Hide Preview Pane <Alt> + <P> Bring all gadgets < > + <G> to the front Taskbar Cycle through icons < > + <T> Open new instance <Shift> + click Windows Taskbar Launch program < > + <1-9> (# corresponds to pin order) Window preview: Point to the program icon on the taskbar. Click a preview thumbnail to view the window. Show Desktop button: Point or click here to make open windows invisible. Start button: Opens the Start menu. Program icon: Click to open the program. Rearrange icons by clicking and dragging. Notification area: The Action Center, clock, and other system icons are located here. Customizable Computer Training Courseware Online Learning Skills Assessments 2009 CustomGuide Phone

10 Aero Jump Lists To See Through Windows with Aero Peek: Point to the Show Desktop button on the right edge of the taskbar or press < > + <Space>. To View Open Windows with Aero Peek: Point to the program icon on the taskbar that contains the file or window you want to view. Click the thumbnail preview to view the window. To Minimize Other Windows with Aero Shake: Click and drag a window's title bar quickly from side to side. Or, press < > + <Home>. To Compare Windows Side by Side with Aero Snap: Click and drag a window's title bar to the right side of the screen, and drag the other window to the left side of the screen. Or, press < > + < > and < > + < >. To Maximize an Open Window with Aero Snap: Click and drag the window's title bar to the top of the screen or, drag the bottom border of the window down to the taskbar. Or, press < > + < >. To Flip through Windows with Flip 3D: Press < > + <Tab>; continue to hold down the < > key while pressing <Tab> to scroll through the open windows. Personalization To Personalize Windows 7 Appearance and Sounds: Right-click the desktop and select Personalize. The Personalization window appears. Click the appropriate links to personalize these settings: Themes Change menus, icons, backgrounds and sounds all at once. Desktop Background Choose built-in colors and pictures, or use your own. Select more than one picture to start a slide show. Window Color Change window color and transparency. Sounds Change which sounds play when you perform different tasks. Screen Savers Adjust what it displays and when it appears. Desktop Icons Add icons to the desktop, such as Computer and Network. Mouse Pointers Change how the pointer looks and acts, reverse buttons. Maintenance Aero Peek makes open windows invisible so you can view the gadgets and icons on the desktop. To Defragment your Hard Disk: Open the Computer window (click the Start button and select Computer). Right-click the disk you want to defragment and select Properties from the contextual menu. Click the Tools tab and click the Defragment now button. To Use Disk Cleanup to Free Space on Your Hard Drive: Open the Computer window (click the Start button and select Computer), right-click the hard disk, select Properties from the contextual menu and click the Disk Cleanup button. To Uninstall a Program: Click the Start button and select Control Panel. Click the Uninstall a program link under Programs. Select the program you wish to uninstall from your computer, and click the Uninstall button on the toolbar. Items at the top of the list are pinned to the program s jump list. Right-click an icon on the taskbar Jump Lists are quick shortcuts to files and commands that a program uses frequently. The items that appear in a jump list change according to the program selected. For example, Internet Explorer displays frequently visited pages, Microsoft Word displays frequently opened documents. To View a Jump List: Right-click an icon on the Windows 7 taskbar. Or, click the list arrow next to a program icon in the Start menu. To Pin a Program to the Taskbar: Open the program you want to pin, right-click the program icon on the taskbar and select Pin this program to taskbar from the jump list. To Pin an Item to the Jump List: View the program jump list. Rightclick the item you want to pin and select Pin to this list. Or, point to an item on the jump list and click the Pin to this list button. To Remove an Item from the Jump List: View the program jump list. Right-click an item that appears in the jump list and select Remove from this list from the contextual menu. Gadgets To Add Gadgets to the Desktop: Right-click the desktop and select Gadgets from the contextual menu. Double-click the gadget you want to add to the desktop. To View Gadgets: Press < > + <G>. The gadgets on your desktop appear on top of the windows that are open. To Remove a Gadget from the Desktop: Point to a gadget and click the Close button that appears. To Download New Gadgets: Right-click the desktop and select Gadgets from the contextual menu. Click the Get more gadgets online link at the bottom of the window, click the Desktop gadgets tab, and click the Download button for the gadget you want to add. To View a Gadget s Options: Point at the gadget, then click the Options button to view and change settings for that gadget. HomeGroup The Frequent section displays files or pages that have been frequently used. to view the jump list for the program. To Join a Homegroup: Before you begin, make sure you have the homegroup password. Click the Start button and select Control Panel. Click the Network and Internet link. Click the HomeGroup link and click Join Now. Complete the wizard and enter the homegroup password as prompted. To Create a Homegroup: Click the Start button and select Control Panel. Click the Network and Internet link. Click the HomeGroup link and click Create a homegroup. Complete the wizard to create the homegroup. Customizable Computer Training Courseware Online Learning Skills Assessments 2009 CustomGuide Phone

11 \ Creating Folders & Desktop Shortcuts Windows 7 Create a Folder on the Desktop Directions 1. Right Click on the Desktop 2. Point to New 3. On the next menu, click on Folder option 4. On the New Folder Icon while the text is still selected, type a new name for the folder 5. Press Enter key one time or click away from the icon to set the new name. If you click or press enter twice, you will open the folder. Create a Folder in My Documents Directions Open the Favorites or Libraries folder. Click on New Folder on the Menu Bar. Type a new name for folder. You can create a new Library by clicking on Libraries on the left and click on New Library on the Menu bar. 1. Open Documents window from Desktop or go the Start Menu and choose it there. 2. Right click in a blank area in the Libraries window 3. Point to New 4. On the next menu, click on Folder 5. On the New Folder Icon while the text is still selected, type a new name for the folder 6. Press Enter key one time or click away from the icon to set the new name. If you click or press enter twice, you will open the folder.

12 Place Folder or File Shortcut on Desktop 1. Right click on the desktop to get the menu. Point to New On the next menu click on Shortcut In the What item would you like to create a shortcut for? box: 4. Click on the folder list until you find your file or document you want on the desk top. Click on it once to select it. Click on OK The window will close and go back to the What item would you like to create a shortcut for window. You will see the --- location of your folder or document in the text box. Click on Next Click on the Browse button What would you like to name the shortcut? You may change the name or keep the original name. Click on Finish The new icon is now on the desktop. Shortcut icons have the blue arrow on them. Rename a Shortcut, File or Folder To rename a file, folder or shortcut icon : right click the name of file or folder menu will open click on Rename type new name in the text box press enter one time to save it or click in a blank area away from to save new name

13 Control Panel \ Windows 7 Control Panel Icon & Category View Open Control Panel Small and Large Icon views list all settings options individually. This is a more detailed view of options. (Partial list displayed) Click on an option to view and make changes. Category is a less detailed view. All options are available by opening the category links (blue text in the window). 1. Click on Start button at the bottom left corner of screen. 2. Click on to open the Control Panel Window. TIP: Click on links for more information. By doing this you will advance your understanding of how to use the Control Panel and its many options Action Center System and Security Window Shows security status Set up computer backup Trouble shooting problems Restore computer to an earlier time Contains messages about security that need your attention. A flag will show on the notification area on the right end of the task bar, by the clock. When you point to the flag icon, a screen tip will show you how many messages. Click on it for details. A red flag designates the issue is important. Problem is listed and a link to view the solution is next to it.

14 System Information System Information is a detailed statistic list of your computer capabilities. Print this page by clicking on the Start Menu on the task bar, click on: All Programs Accessories System Tools System Information Click File Menu Click on Print TIP: Printing is useful if you need help when purchasing new software and hardware for your computer. Dell Support online is accessed by clicking on the Online Support link. TLJohnSmith TLJohnSmithLead Windows uses these settings to identify your computer while online. If you are on a network, this identifies each computer while in use. Windows activation is used to validate your software if problems arise from counterfeit software or system changes. Contacting Microsoft will enable problems to be corrected. Rate and Improve Computer Performance Hardware and software components are rated by capability Subscore for each component of the computer system is listed individually The Base score is the average of all scores Adjustment options and disk maintenance are listed at the left of screen in the blue frame Help options contain detailed steps to perform a task View and Print system information View how to increase your score Re-run the assessment

15 Network and Internet Hardware and Sound View network information and setup Change settings Connect to a network Choose home group and sharing options Troubleshoot problems Internet Options for security and privacy settings View and update Firewall settings Displays, mouse, printers and faxes and other devices connected to computer Enables you to add a device and change settings for devices Programs Uninstall, change or repair a program User Accounts Appearance and Personalization Create user accounts Create or edit passwords for accounts Add or change account picture Change account type o Administrative o Guest Change account control settings o Account change notifications Set up parental controls Change desktop background with default photos or your own uploaded photos Change Windows colors, font size, Change playback, recording, sounds and communications options Change screensaver Adjust screen resolution Clock, Language and Region Ease of Access Change date and time format Time zone location Keyboard options o On or off screen o Language bar o Advanced key settings Administrative settings Visual impairment settings Dexterity settings Hearing settings Speech settings Reasoning settings Optimal visual display settings

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17 Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 Quick Reference Card Internet Explorer 8 Window Tel. (734) Keystroke Shortcuts Favorite Web Page Navigatio Title Bar Address Bar New Tab Search box Command Bar General Find <Ctrl> + <F> Open new window <Ctrl> + <N> Print a Web page <Ctrl> + <P> Select all items <Ctrl> + <A> Zoom in <Ctrl> + <+> Zoom out <Ctrl> + < - > Full Screen Mode <F11> Help <F1> Status Bar The Fundamentals A web address is also called a Uniform Resource Locator (URL) and it is made up of several parts: This stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, the set of rules for exchanging files on the World Wide Web. Domain name: The unique name that identifies an Internet site. Domain names have two or more parts separated by dots. For example, To Open a Web Page: Click the Address Bar and type the address of the Web page. Or, press <Ctrl> + <L> and enter the address. To Open a Hyperlink: Click the hyperlink on the Web page. To Open a Hyperlink in a New Tab: Press and hold <Ctrl> and click the hyperlink on the Web page. To Refresh a Web Page: Click the Refresh button on the Address Bar, or press <F5>. To Stop Downloading a Page: Click the Stop button on the Address Bar, or press <Esc>. To Go Back to a Page: Click the Back button or press <Alt> + < >. Or, click the Recent Pages button and select the page. To Go Forward a Page: Click the Forward button or press <Alt> + < >. Or click the Recent Pages button and select the page. Customizable Computer Training Horizontal Scroll Bar To Print a Web Page: Click the Print button on the Command Bar, or press <Ctrl> + <P>. To Print Preview: Click the Print button list arrow on the Command Bar and select Print Preview from the list. Courseware Online Learning Skills Assessments Vertical Scroll Bar To Search the Web: Click in the Instant Search box or press <Ctrl> + <E>. Type your search word or term and press <Enter>. Press <Alt> + <Enter> to view results in a new tab. To Change the Search Box Provider: Click the list arrow on the right side of the Search box and select a new search provider. To Add a Search Provider: Click the list arrow on the right side of the Search box, select Find More Providers and follow instructions. To Use AutoComplete in the Address Bar: Start typing the URL of the page you want to open. A list of previously typed addresses appears below the Address Bar. Use the down arrows or the mouse to select an address from the list and press <Enter>. To View the Menu Bar: Click the Tools button on the Command Bar and select Toolbars Menu Bar. When the Menu Bar appears, you can issue commands using the menus as with previous versions of Internet Explorer. Navigation Go To Cycle through items <Tab> on a web page Up One Screen Down One Screen Home page Refresh page Stop download <Page Up> <Page Down> <Alt> + <Home> <F5> <Esc> Go forward <Ctrl> + < > Go backward <Ctrl> + < > Tabs Open a New Tab Close Tab or Window Open link in new tab (background) Open link in new tab (foreground) Open Quick Tab view Switch to next tab <Ctrl> + <T> <Ctrl> + <W> <Ctrl> + <click> <Ctrl> + <Shift> + <click> <Ctrl> + <Q> <Ctrl> + <Tab> Switch to previous tab <Ctrl> + <Shift> + <Tab> Navigation Address Bar Select Address Bar View list of entered addresses Select Instant Search Box <Alt> + <D> <F4> <Ctrl> + <E> Add page to Favorites <Ctrl> + <D> Open dialog box <Ctrl> + <L> Add www. and.com <Ctrl> + <Enter> to beginning and end of text in Address bar IE8 Quick Reference 2009 CustomGuide Phone

18 Tabs Command Bar Quick Tabs button Web page tab Tab Close button Home: Add, remove, or modify the home page. Print: Print the current page. Tools: Access commands regarding Internet Explorer. Tab List Tabs allow you to view multiple Web pages in one browser window. Other benefits include the ability to open links in a background tab while reading a page, and saving and opening multiple pages at once. For example, you can have several pages as your home page, with each page in its own tab. To Open a New Tab: Press <Ctrl> + <T>. Or, click the New Tab button to the right of the last tab. To Open a Link in a New Tab: Press and hold the <Ctrl> key and click the link you want to open. Or, click the middle mouse button (the mouse wheel) on a link. To Open Search Results in a New Tab: Press <Alt> + <Enter> from the Address Bar or Search box to open search results in a new tab. To Open Quick Tabs View: Click the <Ctrl> + <Q>. Quick Tabs button or press To Close a Tab: Click the Close Tab button on the tab. Or, press <Ctrl> + <W>. Or, click a tab with the middle mouse button (the mouse wheel). To Close All Tabs: Press <Alt> + <F4>. To Close All Other Tabs: Press <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <F4>. To Switch Between Tabs: Press <Ctrl> + <Tab> to move to the next tab. Press <Ctrl> + <Shift> + <Tab> to move to the previous tab. Or, click the Tab List button and select a tab from the list. Favorites and History New Tab button RSS Feed Page: Access commands regarding Web pages. To Go to the Home Page: The home page(s) appear when Internet Explorer is launched. Click the Home Page button on the Command Bar. Or, press <Alt> + <M>. If more than one Web site is set as the home page, click the Home Page button list arrow and select a site from the list. To Add or Change the Home Page: Make sure the Web site you want to use is open in the browser. Click the Home page button list arrow and select Add or Change Home Page. Select an option from the dialog box and click Yes. To Remove a Home Page: Click the Home Page button list arrow, select Remove, and select the page you want to remove as home page. Select Remove All to open Internet Explorer to a blank page. Click Yes in the dialog box that appears. To Get Help: Press <F1> to open the Help window, type your question in normal English, and press <Enter>. To Save an Image: Right-click the image and select Save Picture As from the contextual menu. To Use an Image as Desktop Background: Right-click the image and select Set as Background from the contextual menu. To Copy an Image: Right-click the image and select Copy from the contextual menu. To Increase Text Size: Click the Page button on the Command Bar, point to Text Size and select an option from the list. To View Internet Explorer in Full Screen: Click the Tools button on the Command Bar and select Full Screen. Or, press <F11>. 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