Linux – How to open the Start menu in Linux Mint with the Windows key

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I just installed Linux Mint 11 on my laptop and I am very used with the Windows interface. I could not find a way to set the Windows key to open the Start menu, like in Windows?

I did a few searches and I could not find a way to do this.

Best Answer

Right click on Menu | Preferences

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Change the Keyboard shortcut to Super_L (default is Super_L)

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On Mint 11 (Katya) you might have to logout to apply changes.

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