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7th Grade List 7--Essential Computer Skills

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Active WindowThe window currently in use.
CTRL+BShortcut command for BOLD
CTRL+CShortcut command for COPY
CTRL+IShortcut command for ITALIC
CTRL+UShortcut command for UNDERLINE
CTRL+VShortcut command for PASTE
CTRL+XShortcut command for CUT
CTRL+ZShortcut command for UNDO
DesktopThe first screen you see when the operating system is up and fully running.
Double ClickTo point to an object and then quickly press and release the mouse button twice.
DraggingPressing and holding the mouse button in order to pull an object across the screen.
FolderA way to organize files into manageable groups.
IconsGraphic images or symbols that represent applications, files, disk drives, etc.
MaximizeTo enlarge a window on the screen to its full size.
MenuList of commands or options grouped under specific headings or titles on a window’s menu bar.
MinimizeTo reduce a window on the screen to a button on the task bar.
Radio ButtonAllows you to choose one option from a group of options. (Like on your multiple choice Quia tests!)
RestoreTo return a window to its original size.
Right ClickTo quickly press and release the short cut menu button.
Scroll BarBar on the right side or bottom of a window that you click to bring different parts of a document into view.
Shortcut KeysA combination of two or more keystrokes that, when pressed, carries out a specific action or function.
Task BarBar at bottom of the window that you click to bring different parts of a document into view.
Tool BarBar near the top of the window that has groups of icons or buttons that will execute certain commands when clicked.


Computer Education Teacher
Franklin Township Middle School East
Indianapolis, IN

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