Windows offers numerous keyboard shortcut keys to help you navigate and operate your computer more efficiently. Here are some commonly used Windows 10 shortcut keys:
1. General Shortcuts:
Windows key: Opens or closes the Start Menu.
Windows key + L: Locks your computer.
Alt + Tab: Switches between open applications.
Ctrl + Shift + Esc: Opens Task Manager.
Alt + F4: Closes the active window.
Windows key + D: Shows the desktop; press it again to restore windows.
Windows key + E: Opens File Explorer.
Windows key + I: Opens the Settings app.
2. Clipboard Shortcuts:
Ctrl + C: Copy selected item(s).
Ctrl + X: Cut selected item(s).
Ctrl + V: Paste copied/cut item(s).
3.File Explorer Shortcuts:
Alt + Enter: Opens the Properties dialog for the selected item.
F2: Renames the selected item.
Ctrl + Shift + N: Creates a new folder.
Alt + P: Show or hide the preview pane.
Alt + Up Arrow: Go up one folder level.
4. Taskbar Shortcuts:
Windows key + number (1-9): Opens the corresponding pinned taskbar item.
Windows key + T: Cycle through taskbar items.
Windows key + B: Focuses on the notification area (system tray).
5. Virtual Desktop Shortcuts:
Windows key + Ctrl + D: Creates a new virtual desktop.
Windows key + Ctrl + Left/Right Arrow: Switch between virtual desktops.
6. Screenshots and Recording:
Windows key + Shift + S: Opens the Snipping Tool for taking screenshots.
Windows key + Alt + R: Start/Stop recording with the Xbox Game Bar (if enabled).
7. Accessibility Shortcuts:
Windows key + U: Opens the Ease of Access Center.
Ctrl + Alt + Delete: Access the security options, including Task Manager, Lock, Switch User, and Sign Out.
8. System Shortcuts:
Windows key + Pause/Break: Opens the System Properties window.
These are just a selection of Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts. Windows also has many application-specific shortcuts, so be sure to explore the specific software you use for additional shortcuts and time-saving tricks.