WinKey Shortcuts...

Here are some shortcuts using the Windows Key, or WinKey, that work in Windows. The WinKey is the key with the Windows logo shown on itand it is usually found between the Ctrl and Alt keys on your keyboard. Theseshortcuts are also known as Microsoft keyboard shortcuts. It is not necessary to capitalize the letter you press in combination with the WinKey.

I am listing below some of the more useful WinKey shortcuts below, for ready reference:

WinKey: Open and close the Start Screen or Start Menu

WinKey + C : Open Charms bar

WinKey + D : Minimize all windows to the desktop. Press again to reverse action

WinKey + E : Open Computer in Windows File Explorer

WinKey + L : Lock the computer

WinKey + F : Open the Search window to find files and folders

WinKey + M : Minimize all windows

WinKey + Shift + M : Maxmize all windows after minimizing them

WinKey + R : Open the Run dialog box

WinKey + X : Open Windows Mobility Center

WinKey + U : Open Ease Of Access Center

WinKey + Pause : Opens the Systems Properties dialog box

WinKey + F1 : Opens Windows Help & Support

WinKey + B : Sets focus on the Task bar, Allows navigation using arrow keys; opens applications on pressing Enter key.

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