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Parts of a Keyboard

Function Keys

Function keys are keys programmed to perform specific tasks, commands or
operations. Function keys are labeled F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, and so on, up to F12.
Function keys act as shortcut; perform certain functions like refreshing the
computer. F5 and F1 are defaults for refresh and help respectively.

Modifier Keys
Modifier keys are special keys on a keyboard that temporarily modifies the
normal action of another key when pressed together. By themselves, most
modifier keys usually do nothing when pressed. Modifier keys are also called

Control Keys. E.g. Shift, Alt or Ctrl keys.

Navigation Keys

Navigation keys are keys used to move around in documents, Webpages and in
editing text. E.g. Arrow keys, Home key, Page Up key, Page Down key, Delete
key, Insert key, etc.

Toggle Keys
Toggle Key is a key which is designed for people who have vision impairment or
cognitive disabilities. When Toggle Keys are turned on, computer will provide

sound cues when the locking keys (Caps Lock, Num Lock or Scroll Lock) are
pressed.

Alphanumeric Keys
Alphanumeric keys are also known as typing keys. It consists of alphabet and
numeric keys.