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Display help for the current app or Windows

Open the help menu or support page for the currently active application, or Windows help if no app-specific help is available.

F1

When to use it

When you need quick assistance or documentation for the active app or Windows features.

Pro tip

In many apps, pressing F1 opens context-sensitive help related to the current task or dialog.

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