basic windows 10 keyboard shortcuts
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Windows 10Keyboard Shortcuts
25 Built-in Macros For a More Efficient Windows Experience
Win KeyPress and release
Toggles between the Start menu and Desktop
Press and hold Runs Win key macro shortcuts
Win + F1Opens Windows 10 Help
on a Bing search web page
Win + PrtScnCaptures an image of the current screenStores the image in the Pictures /
Screenshots folder
Win + numberRuns the application pinned on the taskbar
at the number indicated Numbers count 1-9 from left to right
and zero for 10
Win + Arrow Left/Right Arrow keys dock the active window
to the left/right side of screenUp/Down Arrow keys resize the active window
and alternate between maximize/minimize/restore Use the Shift key to jump between multiple monitors
Win + Tab Opens the Virtual Desktop screen Use Win + Ctrl + Left/Right arrow keys to navigate Use Win + Ctrl + D to create a new virtual desktop Use Win + F4 to exit a virtual desktop
Win + AOpens the Action Center sidebar
to view notifications and quick access icons
Press Esc to close
Win + BSets the focus in the notification area
(System Tray at bottom right of Taskbar)
Use the Arrow keys to navigate left/rightPress Enter to activate a selected icon
Win + COpens Cortana in listening mode Cortana must be active/available
and has no effect if not active/available
Win + DShows the DesktopMinimizes all open applications / windows Repeat to restore applications
Win + EOpens Windows File ExplorerUse Alt + F4 (or X) to close
Win + FOpens the Feedback window
used to report bugs and give feedback Additional enhancements are available
if participating in the Windows Insider program
Win + GOpens the Windows Game bar
(when game is active)
Win + HOpens the Share sidebar panel
for access to metro apps that share content
Win + IOpens the Windows Settings page Use the search box to find specific settings Or Tab, Arrow, and Enter to select
categories
Win + KOpens the Wireless Connections sidebar
panelTab between options
and press Enter to select
Win + L Locks the screen
and requires the password to log back in
Win + MMinimizes all open applications / windowsUse Shift + M to restore
Win + O Locks the device orientation
Win + POpens the Projector / Multiple screen
sidebar panelTab between screen options
and press Enter to select
Win + ROpens the Run dialogEnter a command, application filename, or
URLand press Enter to run the action
Win + SActivates the Search option
either Cortana or Windows search in text mode
Type what you want to find and select from the results list
Win + TCycles through the icons pinned to the
TaskbarPress Enter to activate the selected icon
Win + UOpens the Usability / Accessibility settings
windowOr – Win + Enter to launch Narrator
Win + VCycles current notifications
Win + XOpens the Power User menuThis is the same as right-clicking the start
button
Example: Win + X, U, U to shutdown
SummaryThere are lots of shortcuts available
– some will be used more than othersThe place to start is to learn a few most
used to start – and then add as needed
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