What startup key combination would you use to eject any removable media on a Mac?

The key combination that is used to eject any removable media on a Mac is the Control-Eject. This combination provides a quick way to bring up the eject options for any removable disks or drives that are currently attached. When this key combination is pressed, it causes the Mac to display a dialog that allows you to select the media you want to eject, enhancing the user experience by providing additional options.

Using F12, which is often associated with opening or closing the DVD drive on older Mac models, does not consistently work for all types of removable media. Similarly, Command-E is primarily used for ejecting disks in Finder but not during startup. Shift-Eject does not exist as a functional key combination for this purpose.

Understanding how to properly eject removable media is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the data on those devices and ensuring the overall functionality of the Mac system.