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Windows Logo Key |
Once again, here are some keyboard shortcuts that can greatly ease your computing experience. When you are typing, it sometimes is easier to use a shortcut over reaching for the mouse. So today's shortcuts all use the "start menu" key (Windows logo key) on your keyboard.
I often use a few keyboard shortcuts to handle simple tasks and to maneuver around the computer. Take a look and try some of these great time savers. (Tip: Use the sequence listed to get the proper response.)
Windows logo key + D
Shift to Desktop / Minimize all windows
Windows logo key + M
Minimize all windows.
Windows logo key + Tab
Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Aero Flip 3-D (If you release Windows Key, it goes back to normal view.)
Ctrl + Windows logo key + Tab
Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Aero Flip 3-D (It goes to Aero Flip 3-D view and even if you release all keyboard
buttons, it still stays in Aero Flip 3-D. Until you decide you choose which program you wish to select.
Windows logo key + T
Cycle through programs on the taskbar.
Windows logo key + Home
Minimize everything but the active window.
Windows logo key + E
Open Computer (what used to be called "My Computer")
Windows logo key + F
Search for a file or folder.
Windows logo key + number (1 for the program that is nearest to start button, 2 for second nearest and so on…) Start the program pinned to the taskbar in the position indicated by the
number. If the program is already running, switch to that program.
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Windows logo key + number |