Using keyboard shortcuts can help you save time and be more productive when using your computer. Here are 25 essential keyboard shortcuts for Windows users:
- Ctrl + C: Copy the selected text or item
- Ctrl + V: Paste the copied text or item
- Ctrl + X: Cut the selected text or item
- Ctrl + Z: Undo the last action
- Ctrl + Y: Redo the last action
- Alt + Tab: Switch between open windows
- Windows Key + D: Show/hide the desktop
- Windows Key + E: Open File Explorer
- Windows Key + L: Lock your computer
- Windows Key + R: Open the Run dialog box
- Windows Key + S: Open the search bar
- Windows Key + Up Arrow: Maximize the current window
- Windows Key + Down Arrow: Minimize the current window
- Windows Key + Left Arrow/Right Arrow: Dock the current window to the left/right side of the screen
- Ctrl + Shift + Esc: Open Task Manager
- Ctrl + Alt + Del: Open the security options menu
- Windows Key + Print Screen: Take a screenshot and save it to the Screenshots folder
- Windows Key + I: Open the Settings app
- Windows Key + P: Connect to an external display
- Alt + F4: Close the current window
- Ctrl + F: Search for text within a document or webpage
- Ctrl + A: Select all text or items
- Ctrl + S: Save the current document or file
- Ctrl + P: Print the current document or file
- Ctrl + N: Open a new window or document
By memorizing these essential keyboard shortcuts, you can work more efficiently and get more done in less time.