Keyboard shortcuts in Windows

WHY USE KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS?

Here is a comprehensive list of shortcuts used when working on a computer. Using keyboard shortcuts increases efficiency and convenience, allowing users to perform tasks faster than navigating with a mouse. This practice can significantly simplify various activities, whether in a professional, academic, or recreational context.

EXAMPLES OF KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS

Keyboard shortcuts can perform a wide range of functions, from basic operations to advanced features:

• Ctrl + C: Copy selected text or object.
• Ctrl + V: Paste copied text or object.
• Ctrl + X: Cut selected text or object.
• Ctrl + Z: Undo the last action.
• Ctrl + A: Select all.
• Alt + Tab: Switch between open applications.
• Alt + F4: Close the current application.
• Win + D: Show or hide the desktop.

LIST OF KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS IN WINDOWS

• Ctrl + N: Open a new document or window.
• Ctrl + S: Save the current document.
• Ctrl + P: Print the current document.
• Ctrl + F: Find in the current document.
• Ctrl + T: Open a new tab in the browser.
• Ctrl + W: Close the current tab in the browser.
• Ctrl + Shift + N: Open a new incognito window in the browser.
• Ctrl + Shift + T: Reopen the last closed tab in the browser.
• Win + L: Lock the computer.
• Win + E: Open File Explorer.
• Win + I: Open Settings.
• Win + A: Open Action Center.
• Win + S: Open Search.
• Win + R: Open the Run dialog box.
• Win + X: Open the Start menu.

KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS FOR VIRTUAL DESKTOPS

• Win + Ctrl + Arrow keys.
• Win + Tab → Opens Task View (overview of all desktops and windows).
• Win + Ctrl + D → Creates a new virtual desktop.
• Win + Ctrl + Left Arrow / Right Arrow → Switches between existing desktops.
• Win + Ctrl + F4 → Closes the current virtual desktop.
• Esc → Closes Task View.

Do you know any other keyboard shortcuts? Do you use them? Your feedback is welcome.