Here’s a detailed list of the most commonly used Windows 10 Shortcut Keys, along with their descriptions:
General Windows Shortcuts:
| Shortcut Key | Function/Description |
|---|
| Ctrl + C | Copy the selected item |
| Ctrl + X | Cut the selected item |
| Ctrl + V | Paste the copied or cut item |
| Ctrl + Z | Undo an action |
| Ctrl + Y | Redo an action |
| Ctrl + A | Select all items |
| Ctrl + S | Save the current document |
| Ctrl + P | Print the current document |
| Ctrl + N | Open a new window or document |
| Alt + Tab | Switch between open apps |
| Alt + F4 | Close the active window/app |
| Windows Key + D | Show/hide the desktop |
| Windows Key + E | Open File Explorer |
| Windows Key + L | Lock your PC |
| Windows Key + R | Open the Run dialog box |
| Windows Key + I | Open Settings |
| Windows Key + X | Open Quick Link Menu (Start menu alternatives) |
| Windows Key + S | Open Search |
| Windows Key + PrtScn | Take a screenshot and save it to Pictures folder |
| PrtScn | Take a screenshot (copy to clipboard) |
| Alt + Enter | Display properties of the selected item |
Text Editing Shortcuts:
| Shortcut Key | Function/Description |
|---|
| Ctrl + B | Bold selected text |
| Ctrl + I | Italicize selected text |
| Ctrl + U | Underline selected text |
| Ctrl + L | Align text to the left |
| Ctrl + R | Align text to the right |
| Ctrl + E | Center the text |
| Ctrl + F | Open Find box |
| Ctrl + H | Open Replace box |
File Explorer Shortcuts:
| Shortcut Key | Function/Description |
|---|
| Alt + D | Select the address bar |
| Ctrl + N | Open a new window |
| Ctrl + Shift + N | Create a new folder |
| F2 | Rename the selected item |
| F5 | Refresh the active window |
| Alt + Up Arrow | Go up one folder level |
| Alt + Left Arrow | Go back |
| Alt + Right Arrow | Go forward |
Windows Navigation Shortcuts:
| Shortcut Key | Function/Description |
|---|
| Windows Key + Tab | Open Task View |
| Windows Key + Arrow Keys | Snap windows (left, right, maximize, minimize) |
| Windows Key + Ctrl + D | Create a new virtual desktop |
| Windows Key + Ctrl + Right/Left Arrow | Switch between virtual desktops |
| Windows Key + Ctrl + F4 | Close current virtual desktop |
Command Prompt Shortcuts (Windows 10 Updated):
| Shortcut Key | Function/Description |
|---|
| Ctrl + C | Copy selected text |
| Ctrl + V | Paste text |
| Ctrl + A | Select all text |
| Shift + Up/Down Arrow | Select text line by line |
Special Accessibility Shortcuts:
| Shortcut Key | Function/Description |
|---|
| Windows Key + U | Open Ease of Access Center |
| Windows Key + Plus (+) | Zoom in (Magnifier) |
| Windows Key + Minus (-) | Zoom out (Magnifier) |
| Windows Key + Esc | Exit Magnifier |
Explanation of Key Combinations:
- Ctrl (Control Key): Used for executing common commands like Copy, Paste, Select all.
- Alt (Alternate Key): Works with other keys for specific system tasks like Alt + Tab for switching windows.
- Windows Key: Used to open Start or perform Windows-specific functions (like opening Settings, File Explorer).
- Function Keys (F1 to F12): Perform system tasks like Help (F1), Refresh (F5), Rename (F2), etc.
These shortcuts can significantly improve your productivity by reducing the time spent on navigation and repetitive actions.
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