Which of the following key is used to make characters uppercase?

The correct answer is SHIFT.

Key Points

• The SHIFT key on a keyboard is primarily used to type uppercase letters and other alternate "upper" characters.
• When the SHIFT key is held down while pressing a letter key, it converts the letter to its uppercase form.
• The SHIFT key can also be used in combination with other keys to perform various functions, such as selecting text or accessing secondary functions of other keys.
• In many operating systems, the SHIFT key can be used in conjunction with other keys to perform shortcuts, such as SHIFT + arrow keys to highlight text or SHIFT + Delete to permanently delete files.

Additional Information

• Caps Lock Key
  • The Caps Lock key is another key that can be used to type in uppercase, but it toggles the typing mode between uppercase and lowercase.
  • When activated, all letters typed will be in uppercase until the key is pressed again to deactivate it.
• Keyboard Shortcuts
  • Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of two or more keys that perform a specific action when pressed together, enhancing productivity.
  • Common shortcuts involving the SHIFT key include SHIFT + Home/End to select text from the cursor to the start/end of the line.
• Modifier Keys
  • Modifier keys, such as SHIFT, CTRL, and ALT, modify the function of other keys when used together.
  • They are essential for performing a wide range of tasks more efficiently on a computer.
• Function Keys
  • Function keys (F1 to F12) are special keys that can be used in combination with the SHIFT key to perform specific tasks, such as refreshing a page (SHIFT + F5).