A hot key is a key or a combination of keys on a computer keyboard that, when pressed at one time, performs a task (such as starting an application) more quickly than by using a mouse or other input device. Hot keys are sometimes called shortcut keys. Hot keys are supported by many operating system and applications.
Where is the hotkey on a keyboard?
A hotkey consists of the Alt key combined with another key (usually a letter). This second key is specific to each menu and is usually indicated by an underlined letter in the menu name.
What is hotkey in HP laptop?
All HP keyboards are configured for these shortcuts, and they're commonly referred to as HotKeys. These keys will help you open frequently used programs or perform actions with a simple keystroke. To enable and customize your keyboard's HotKeys, you'll need to install a corresponding driver.