Getting Started

2.1. Starting Passwords and Keys

You can start Passwords and Keys in the following ways:

Applications menu

Choose Accessories ▸ Password and Keys.

Command Line

Type seahorse then press Return.

2.2. When You Start Passwords and Keys

When you start Passwords and Keys, the Password and Keys window is displayed.

Figura 1The Passwords and Keys Window

The Passwords and Keys window contains the following elements:

Menubar

The menus on the menubar contain all of the commands that you need to perform tasks in Passwords and Keys.

Toolbar

Use the toolbar to quickly access commonly-used commands.

Keys and Passwords Tabs

Provides access to the keys and passwords in the keyring.

First time options

Provides fast access to useful actions for first time users. From here you can:

  • Browse the help system,
  • Import keys in the keyring,
  • Create new keys.