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This article describes keyboard features for the XPS 15z Inspiron 5223 system. Including Function keys, Language settings and quick launch.
Table of Contents:
Function Keys (Fn)Change the keyboard languageQuick Launch buttons
Function Keys (Fn)
Special Function Keys
F1 - Extend desktop.Press Fn >F1 > to open the screen resolution panel to extend your desktop to an external monitor and also change the display settings.
F2 - Wireless control Switch wireless radio(s) on/off.Press Fn >F2 > to enable or disable the wireless radios(s).
F3 - Touchpad Disable key.Press Fn >F3 > to disable or enable the Touchpad.
F4 - Decrease display brightness.Press Fn >F4 > to decrease the brightness of the display.
F5 - Increase display brightnessPress Fn >F5 > to increase the brightness of the display.
F6 - Keyboard backlightPress Fn >F6 > to Turn ON/OF the keyboard backlight.Multimedia Control Keys
F8 - Rewind or play previous trackPress Fn >F8 > to rewind or play previous track.
F9 - Play or pausePress to play or pause a track.
F10 - Forward or play next trackPress Fn >F10 > to forward or play next track.
F11 - Decrease volumePress Fn > F11 > to decrease the volume level.
F12 - Increase volumePress Fn >F12 > to increase the volume level.
Mute sound playbackPress the Mute key to mute or unmute the sound.
Windows keyPress this key to launch the Start screen.
Right clickPress this key to access the right click menu.
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Change the keyboard language
Launch Charms from the Desktop interface
Click Settings
Click Control Panel
Click Language to launch the language settings window and change the settings.
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Quick Launch buttons
On the Inspiron 5523/15z Quick launch buttons are located on palmrest assembly above the keyboard
Quick Launch Buttons1Windows Mobility Center Launch Button2Preset Audio Mode Launch Button3Dell Instant Launch Button (User programmable)
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