What is the function of the escape key ?

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Source: JAMB · 2023

What is the function of the escape key ?

  1. to delete a file/folder
  2. to start an application
  3. to shutdown the computer
  4. to interrupt or cancel the current process or running program. ✓
Explanation

The Esc (escape) key is used to cancel or stop what is going on. It can close a menu or dialog box, or interrupt a running process.

It does not delete files, start programs or shut the computer down.

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