List of Windows Key Shortcuts
At TechEd I was talking about the Windows Key shortcuts so I thought I would post a somewhat complete list for you. Let me know if I missed any.
Enjoy-
Press this key |
To do this |
Windows logo key |
Open or close the Start menu. |
Windows logo key |
Display the System Properties dialog box. |
Windows logo key |
Display the desktop. |
Windows logo key |
Minimize all windows. |
Windows logo key |
Restore minimized windows to the desktop. |
Windows logo key |
Open Computer. |
Windows logo key |
Search for a file or folder. |
Ctrl+Windows logo key |
Search for computers (if you're on a network). |
Windows logo key |
Lock your computer or switch users. |
Windows logo key |
Open the Run dialog box. |
Windows logo key |
Cycle through programs on the taskbar. |
Windows logo key |
Start the program pinned to the taskbar in the position indicated by the number. If the program is already running, switch to that program. |
Shift+Windows logo key |
Start a new instance of the program pinned to the taskbar in the position indicated by the number. |
Ctrl+Windows logo key |
Switch to the last active window of the program pinned to the taskbar in the position indicated by the number. |
Alt+Windows logo key |
Open the Jump List for the program pinned to the taskbar in the position indicated by the number. |
Windows logo key |
Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Aero Flip 3-D. |
Ctrl+Windows logo key |
Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Aero Flip 3-D. |
Ctrl+Windows logo key |
Switch to the program that displayed a message in the notification area. |
Windows logo key |
Preview the desktop. |
Windows logo key |
Maximize the window. |
Windows logo key |
Maximize the window to the left side of the screen. |
Windows logo key |
Maximize the window to the right side of the screen. |
Windows logo key |
Minimize the window. |
Windows logo key |
Minimize all but the active window. |
Windows logo key |
Stretch the window to the top and bottom of the screen. |
Windows logo key |
Move a window from one monitor to another. |
Windows logo key |
Choose a presentation display mode. |
Windows logo key |
Cycle through gadgets. |
Windows logo key |
Open Ease of Access Center. |
Windows logo key |
Open Windows Mobility Center. |
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