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The F5 key is commonly used to refresh views in Windows, such as File Explorer or the desktop. Users have reported issues where F5 triggers other functions, like opening a pane in Windows 10, instead of refreshing. In some cases, F5 is used for booting devices like the Surface Laptop, or for accessing the Gaiji IME pad in Japanese input. Problems with F5 keys not responding or requiring multiple presses to refresh both tree and details panes are also discussed. Troubleshooting tips include checking keyboard settings or hardware issues.
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    Windows 10 Refresh File Explorer with F5?

    In former times in Windows 7 users can press F5 to refresh the current state of Windows Explorer. When I try to do the same now in Windows 10 File Explorer then from the right side a pane appears instead. How can I change the meaning of F5? I would like to keep the F5-refresh association. Tobias
    • tobwen
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    • customization f5 key file explorer refresh shortcuts user interface windows 10 windows features
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  2. Jimmy59601

    Windows 10 Boot Surface Laptop to USB - no Volume button

    I have a new Surface Laptop and want to boot to a USB thumb. Unlike the Surface Pro, the laptop does not have a Volume button. It does use F5/F6, but neither work for booting. I know that I can select a custom startup from within Win 10 Pro, but want to go from power off to USB boot. Thanks.
    • Jimmy59601
    • Thread
    • boot issues bootable usb custom startup f5 key fn key hardware installation surface laptop tech support troubleshooting windows 10
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Gaiji IME pad does not appear in the Japanese IME when you press F5 in Windows 7 or in Windows Serve

    Fixes an issue in which the Gaiji IME pad does not open in the Japanese IME in Windows 7 or in Windows Server 2008 R2. This issue occurs when you type "GAIJI" and then press F5. More...
    • News
    • Thread
    • f5 key gaiji ime input methods issue fix japanese ime tech support typing windows 7 windows server
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Knowledge Base (KB)
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    Windows 7 How to refresh both "Tree view" and "details view" with F5 at the same time?

    Assume I have an open Windows Explorer and just deleted/added a folder. Now I (have to) press F5 to refresh the view. Depending on which part/half of the Windows Explorer has currently the focus only the tree view on the left OR the details view on the right get refreshed. The other part...
    • pstein
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    • details view f5 key file explorer file management navigation refresh tree view ui design user experience windows 10
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Esc and some F keys not responding

    Last night, without any reason, my F4, F5, F6, and Esc keys stopped working. It solved itself, but shortly afterwords it did it again, and even after two reboots I cannot get them to work again. I use hotkeys all the time in Firefox and elsewhere, and these are probably my most-used keys...
    • onemanfreakshow
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    • accessibility computer issues esc key f5 key firefox fn key frustration function keys hardware issues hotkeys key key issues keyboard reboot troubleshooting user experience windows youtube video
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Desk Top Icons

    Hello, Have Win7 Ultimate X64. I've changed the desktop icons for the Recycle bin both empty and full. The icon will not refresh without pushing F5 Any Ideas on how to make it automatic? Thanks
    • Woodbob
    • Thread
    • customization desktop f5 key icons operating system recycle bin refresh ultimate user interface windows 7
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Desktop Customization
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