The Windows operating system is quite complex, but at the same time very functional. Many things are easy enough to do with the mouse. But it can be even faster to get to frequently used items using keyboard shortcuts, bypassing all the menus and many clicks. Below you will find the 10 most useful keyboard shortcuts for Windows 10 that will definitely come in handy for speeding up daily work at computer.
Win- button on the keyboard with an image Windows logo... Pressing it opens the "Start" menu, from where you can run programs, system settings, or manage the computer's power (restart, shutdown, activate sleep mode).
You can also use it to find files, folders and programs on your computer, if immediately after clicking you start writing the name of a file, application or folder.
Win + D- a combination that minimizes all open windows and shows the desktop. Very useful combination, if you often have a large number of applications open and from time to time you need to find something on your desktop, some kind of documents.
Sequentially minimizing all open windows or reaching the lower right corner is not the most quick option... But pressing Win + D is very simple. Pressing it again returns all minimized windows as they were before.
Win + L- The easiest way to lock your computer is by going to the lock screen. If you urgently need to go somewhere, then just click on this combination and a splash screen appears on the screen, after which you will need to enter a password to enter your account.
Doing similar actions through the Start menu is far from the best quick way, but click on the combination Win keys+ L is as easy as shelling pears.
Win + E- opens "Explorer". I already wrote in the article "" that I refused to use third-party file managers, because functionality the regular "Explorer" was more than enough to solve my problems.
So, to quickly launch "Explorer" from the keyboard, just press Win + E.
Win + R- a combination that opens the "Run" window, where you can enter commands or names of programs to run. It is very convenient to use it to run some rare applications or commands to perform some specific task.
For example, after pressing Win + R, typing regedit and pressing Enter, the editor opens windows registry(by the way, if you use Reg Organizer, you can open it by entering three letters R - rrr).
Win + Tab- a combination to open an interface that allows you to switch between virtual desktops, if you are using them.
After clicking it opens special screen, which shows all your desktops and the applications that are running on them.
Win + I- opens a new window Windows settings 10, which is intended to replace old Panel management, although so far this has not happened 100%. Basically, Windows 10 now has two control panels - a new one and an old one.
Someday this problem will probably be solved ... But nevertheless, you can start new settings in one click.
Ctrl + Win + ← / →- a combination for switching between desktops. If you use several desktops and want to switch between them with one touch, then this combination is for you. By the way, the very switching between desktops is done with very cool animation.
Depending on which desktop you want to switch to, you need to press the left or right arrows, together with the Ctrl and Win keys held down.
Ctrl + Shift + Esc- the combination that launches the dispatcher Windows tasks 10, which has changed significantly from Windows 7.
Now he is very powerful tool to control running applications, programs launched at system startup, as well as monitoring computer resources. Very cool, visual and convenient!
Win + → / ← // ↓- another great combination that allows you to change the position of the active window on the screen with one click. This way you can arrange windows various programs on your desktop so that you can see their contents. This is a real salvation if you work with several applications at once or with several windows of the same application.
If you press Win + Left, then active window will be located on the left half of the screen. If you then press Win + Up, then the active window will be moved to the left top corner(quarter) of the screen.
Agree, it is convenient when the computer interface is made for you and you do not need to waste time searching the team you want or activating some function. You just need to click a certain combination keys and voila - in a couple of seconds the PC will give necessary information.
In Windows 10, the setting of hotkeys remained the same as in the 7th and 8th versions, but there were also some new items, which will now be discussed.
How to change keyboard shortcut in Windows 10 using the dedicated MKey program
Changing Windows 10 hotkeys
Unfortunately in new version Windows cannot assign your own keyboard shortcuts, this is available only in language bar... Hotkeys are most often needed to configure programs. In order to change the key setting, it is better to use other programs. For example, the MKey app. It is designed to add additional functions single keys.
In the beginning, MKey was conceived as a program for quick change keys, but a little later it expanded its functionality, so that the keyboard can be completely turned into a field of constant hotkey combinations. What's the point? Yes, in a banal time saving: you will not need to waste unnecessary time looking for a particular shortcut or opening a command.
Especially the presence of hotkeys is good in case a large number programs and applications. Suppose you need to open several programs at once, but you have no time or even just too lazy to move your hand, just quickly type your chosen keyboard shortcuts and opening programs will take you 2-3 times less time than usual. If there are too many shortcuts on the desktop, thanks to MKey, you can put them in one folder and use the application to put hotkeys on the shortcuts you need.
MKey's design looks like a table, in which the first column is the combinations of hotkeys used, the second is also possible options combinations, the third is the setting of each operation. To familiarize yourself with the program, you can click on the "Add" button in the lower left corner, select a keyboard shortcut and try to apply it.
Thanks to MKey, you can use only keys to:
Open folders
Easy to launch applications
Change desktop wallpaper
Turn off, turn on, restart the computer
Save files
Connect and disconnect from networks
Manage working windows, that is, resize them, minimize and maximize, close, etc.
How to customize keyboard shortcuts in Windows 10 using MKey
1. Press the "Add" button at the bottom, in the left corner of the screen
2. Then press one or two keys, which will execute the command you need
3. Name your team
4. Click on the "Actions" button and select the function that will be performed by the command
Thus, thanks to such a simple program as MKey, you can assign the right combinations hot keys, thanks to which the process of working on a PC will speed up and simplify. The only thing you need to remember is these combinations, but after a couple of days of using the combinations, everything will be pressed automatically.
Download MKey- http://www.seriosoft.org/download.php
Experienced users know keyboard shortcuts that will help them work and save time. To help those who are not yet using, we offer this article. Many keyboard shortcuts work the same way in Windows 7, 8 and XP builds.
Keyboard shortcut in Windows 10If in work it is impossible to use computer mouse, the ability to give commands on the keyboard will be a useful skill. Hotkeys have been successfully used in previous builds... But there are also new shortcuts created only in this system. Popular keys are still: Winkey, Alt and Ctrl, Shift and Tab, arrows, numbers and letters in cross combinations.
Fig 1. Combinations with with the Ctrl keyNew Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts
Among the useful and functional shortcuts, experimental shortcuts stand out to improve the efficiency of your computer work.
Automatic window alignment
Can be executed with the mouse or with the keyboard shortcuts in Windows and the arrow keys. Depending on the direction of the arrows, the used window will move in the corresponding direction.
Fig 2. Button with Windows icon Fig 3. Control with arrowsVirtual desktop
A useful feature when creating multiple projects at once. It becomes even more convenient to use when combined with keyboard buttons:
# WINd + Ctrl + D creates another desktop
# WINd + Ctrl + ← goes to the desktop located on the left side
# WINd + Ctrl + → goes to the desktop located at right side
# WINd + Ctrl + F4 ends the desktop
# WINd + Tab view actively used applications.
Fig 4. Location on Windows or Win keyboardWorking with the command line
To work with this element in Windows 10, key combinations are used:
shift + ← select text on the left side
shift + → select text to the right of the cursor
shift + Ctrl + → (←) block selection
Ctrl + C duplicate information to the clipboard
Ctrl + V paste saved information from the clipboard
Ctrl + A select all text on a line.
Figure 5. Using Shift and ArrowsScreen, shooting photo and video materials
With the presence of the GameDVR program it is possible to produce. To do this, use the keyboard shortcuts
WIN + PrintScreen takes a screenshot and saves to the Picturess folder
WIN + G launches GameDVR (if your graphics card has enough capabilities)
WIN + Alt + G records what is happening in the active window
WIN + Alt + R will stop recording in progress
WIN + P when the second monitor is on, switches screen modes
WIN + Plus (Minus) zoom in or out using the Magnifier utility.
Other useful Windows shortcuts
Along with the novelty, the Windows 10 operating system, many still use other, more early versions Windows. They have no less list quick combinations... The most popular ones are:
# WINd + shows the desktop, temporarily hiding active applications
# WINd + D minimizes applications and opens the desktop
# WINd + Home leaves the actively used window, minimizes the rest.
# WINd + L exit the operating system
# WINd + E starts explorer (WindowsExplorer)
Alt + F4 ends the active window
Ctrl + Shift + M restore minimized applications
Alt + Ctrl + Del launches the Task Manager window.
Most often, the WIN key is used in combination of keyboard shortcuts.
Combining this key with the ones below, we get the following result:
A support center opens
S a search box opens
B sets focus to the notification area
I the "Options" window opens
K fast connection
O fixing device orientation
U accessibility center
V toggles notifications
Z shows commands running in full screen mode
P ause displays the System Properties window
+ / reconversion IME.
Some keys in all versions of Windows are used as hot keys on their own:
SPACEBAR - setting or unsetting the active parameter
BACKSPACE - open a file
END - displays the bottom edge of the active window.
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The number of possible hotkey combinations can be a little confusing inexperienced user... It seems impossible to memorize all of them and use them effectively when working with a computer. But I can assure you, with a little practice and getting used to this method, you will be able to appreciate its functional benefits and time savings. Using this knowledge, you free your hands. Now the absence of a mouse will not be able to prevent you from setting tasks for your computer.
Learn to work with windows hotkeys
Keyboard shortcuts can speed up the work with the operating system. It is much easier to hold down the desired keyboard shortcut than to look for desired option in settings. If the user learns the "tens" hotkeys, then it will be a pleasure to work with the OS. On the other hand, the slightest mistake in the key combination is capable of launching unexpected process... And it will not always have a positive effect on the overall performance of the operating system. Therefore, you need to learn the hotkeys and their effect on the OS before using.
Hotkey types
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All key combinations described are suitable exclusively for the operating room. Windows systems version 10 and, in some cases, earlier revisions. The Linux operating system has its own hotkeys. The same applies to the owners of laptops under running macOS from Apple. Using the commands given here on other operating systems can lead to unexpected (and not always pleasant) consequences.
No matter how strange it may sound, but in Windows 10 there are certain groups of hot keys that are designed to control certain functions of the operating system. This allows users to quickly navigate the right combinations.
- Window and program management. This group includes key combinations that help to perform actions in a specific program window.
- Functions of "Explorer". « Windows explorer» is a built-in OS file manager with fairly rich functionality. And for him there is own group hotkeys
- Management of virtual desktops. The top ten now has the opportunity to create an alternative working space(like Ubuntu). Naturally, there were also corresponding control keys for this functionality.
- Windows functions. This group of hotkeys allows you to more efficiently manage the operating system.
- Screenshots, games. Functional key groups responsible for taking screenshots during the game
All of the above groups contain an impressive number of keyboard shortcuts. For the most effective work with Windows 10, it is recommended that you learn all of them. It's quite difficult though. It is even more difficult to bring the process of using these buttons to automaticity. But it is possible.
To explore all combinations Windows keys 10 you need to constantly use them. Only then can you succeed. At first, the memorization process will be tedious. But over time, everything will change.
1. Window and program management
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These are the hotkeys that you can use quite often. They work with open windows some applications (mostly system ones). These combinations increase the speed of working with programs and save the user's time.
It should be noted that not all programs support the hotkey control function. For example, Photoshop or Magix Music Maker windows refuse to respond to combinations. But this is not at all a reason not to use them with other applications.
The command attaches the active window to the left side of the screen. It is possible to choose additional program to be displayed on the right side of the display. The combination of this function key with other arrow buttons will launch other options (maximize the window to full screen, minimize it).
The keyboard shortcut shows or hides the user's desktop.
Expands all minimized windows to full screen. True, if you do this, then you can get confused in the windows.
The keyboard shortcut minimizes all windows. In addition, with which the user is working in a given period of time.
This combination is for moving the window to another monitor(right and left, respectively). Works only if additional displays are available.
Command to switch between running programs. To select the desired window, press several times TAB when the button is held down Win.
Quickly close the current window. Or the termination of the program. If you click this combination on an empty desktop, then the options for shutting down the computer will appear.
Selects applications on the Quick Launch. For selection the desired program the combination should be clamped several times. To launch the selected application, press Enter.
Another shortcut for working with the Quick Launch Bar. Depending on the selected digit, the program will start, which has the corresponding serial number in the panel.
The above hotkeys are used exclusively when working with programs and utilities. They are able to speed up the challenge of one or another software product and help to quickly manage the windows of running applications.
2. Management of "Windows Explorer"
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The regular file manager from Microsoft has quite rich functionality. But managing it in the mode graphical interface may take a long time. That is why special hotkeys for Explorer have been integrated into Windows.
The first combination launches Windows Explorer itself. No need to click on the computer icon on the desktop. Very comfortably.
This command opens a new window. Useful option in the event that you need to copy something from one disk to another.
This keyboard shortcut allows you to change the view of folders in the file manager(large sketches, list, table and so on). The selection is carried out by turning the mouse wheel in the desired direction.
The combination allows you to return to the previous directory. Often used instead of a graphical button "Back" in the interface "Explorer".
Starts viewing the previous folder. Differs from the above step in that, technically, the user does not go back to the previous directory.
The command allows you to view the next folder in the hierarchy. If the current directory is final, then nothing will happen.
Using these hotkeys will allow you to work more productively with the system file manager (if at least someone uses it). Of course, these are not all combinations. But the rest are so specific that ordinary user they are unnecessary.
3. Management of virtual desktops
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It is the tenth Windows version learned to create virtual spaces for work. The bottom line is that on one desktop (for example) there is an open Word, and on the other - mail program... And the user switches between them. This option has been in Linux for a long time.
The first command is used to create a new virtual desktop. By the way, it is not possible to do this using the graphical interface in Windows. Therefore, the user must remember this keyboard shortcut.
Option to switch between desktops from right to left.
The same, but in reverse order.
The command closes the desktop that is active in this moment.
In this case, the keyboard shortcut displays all virtual spaces along with programs running in them.
In fact, very few users use virtual desktops. Therefore, the value of the above hotkeys is questionable. But they are. And therefore they had to be considered at all costs.
4. Operating system management
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This group of hotkeys is probably the most useful. Still would. These combinations allow you to control the basic functions of the operating system. There is no more need to search for them in the menu "Start" spending a lot of time on it.
It should be noted that the ability to control system options using hot keys is available in almost any operating system. It is known for certain that Linux distributions and macOS also have their own way of handling keyboard shortcuts.
This combination launches the well-known to all "Task Manager". It is worth noting that users turn to this OS component quite often. Therefore, this keyboard shortcut is extremely useful.
The command runs system component Execute. It can be used to launch some specific applications or information utilities. A very useful component.
And this keyboard shortcut is familiar to many advanced users. Using these buttons, you can delete the file completely. Without use "Baskets". But use this option should be followed with a certain amount of caution. After all, you can delete something that is not required at all. And it is not possible to return the removed components.
Shows the properties of the selected file or directory. It's much easier than clicking on an element. right click mouse and select further items.
Alternate keys for switching keyboard layouts. However, few people use them. Users prefer the standard version.
The command launches the "Support Center". Although it is used by a few. Advanced users do not rely on this component at all, preferring to search for the necessary information on the Internet.
The action launches a search box. Although for "Tens" the usefulness of this combination is questionable. The search tool is already displayed in the toolbar.
The command calls the "Parameters" window. This is an alternative "Control panels" on Windows This component allows you to configure key settings for your computer.
Without a doubt, this group hotkeys are quite useful. With its help, you can quickly manage the main parameters of the operating system, without wasting time searching for the necessary components in the bowels of the OS.
5. Games and screenshots
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Very useful combinations keys for gamers. Allows you to manage some of the "dozens" options that implement the functionality of creating multimedia content during the game. However, there are still no particularly advanced features here.
The team takes a screenshot (usually the entire desktop or a game in full screen mode) and saves it in the folder "Images" on the system drive.
The combination creates a screenshot of only the game screen. Even if the toy is launched in windowed mode, only what is in the window will be saved.
After pressing these buttons, the game panel is launched ( Windows innovation 10), allowing you to record the process of passing a particular toy.
Activates recording of the last 30 seconds gameplay. Everything is saved to a file standard format and is located in the system directory "Video".
Keyboard shortcut for activating the recording process or stopping it.
If your computer has two monitors, then given command will help you switch between them in game mode.
Of course, the commands described above are relevant only for those who are engaged in streaming gameplay and the subsequent publication of videos on YouTube. Although professionals use more advanced programs
Skills such as interacting effectively with the keyboard help to quickly manage the operating system and not get tired as you work with it. Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts do this well. Setting to efficiency can force you to learn certain key combinations, which can greatly facilitate the work of the person working at the computer. There are already familiar combinations that are inherited from operating systems previous generation. It is not necessary to learn such combinations in one day, it is enough to first write out the most necessary ones, and then, as the learning progresses, gradually memorize new ones. All combinations are typed on the keyboard, where Win button, or Vin, or Start, or Start - this is the key with the image of the Windows logo. In the article, we call it differently for the convenience of those who are used to any one option. But in essence, they are the same thing.
Window management
This section describes keyboard shortcuts for working with windows windows 10.
- Win + left arrow - this way you can attach the program window to the left side of the screen.
- Win + Right Arrow - this way you can attach the program window to the right side of the screen.
- Win + up arrow - this combination can be used to maximize the program window to full screen.
- Win + Down Arrow - These keys minimize the running application window.
- Win + D - These keys either show or hide the desktop.
- Win + Shift + M - this way you can restore minimized windows.
- Win + Home - this combination minimizes all windows, except for the one in which the user is working.
- Alt + Tab - this combination switches running applications.
- Alt + F4 - this combination closes a working window.
- Win + Shift + Left (or Right) Arrow - Move windows to another monitor.
- Win + T - using this combination, you can iterate over the icons located on the taskbar one after the other. In this case, the application is launched with the Enter button.
- Win + 0 ... 9 - launches from the taskbar those applications that are assigned to a specific serial number.
Working with a conductor
- Start + E - using this combination, you can start the file manager.
- Ctrl + N - this combination opens a new window.
- Ctrl + mouse scroll wheel - denotes a change in the appearance of elements (tables, icons, and so on).
- Alt + up arrow - go up one level.
- Alt + Left Arrow - Look In previous folder in turn.
- Alt + right arrow - look in the folder next in turn.
Work tables
- Start + Ctrl + D - add a new virtual desktop.
- Start + Ctrl + Left Arrow - using this combination, we switch between desktops from right to left.
- Start + Ctrl + Right Arrow - using this combination, we switch between desktops in the opposite direction.
- Start + Ctrl + F4 - this is how we close the desktop that is currently in use.
- Start + Tab - view all desktops and their applications.
System
Hot keys significantly speed up computer work. If you learn them, then the time will come when the interaction with the computer will come to the subconscious. That is, you don't have to think about how to call certain buttons or windows. Of course, everything does not happen at once, but the more you practice working with the keys, the faster they will be remembered. There will come a time when you don't need to look at the keyboard at all. In the century information technologies- this is very useful skill... The only way to set up your own hotkeys is specialized programs, but is it worth it to waste your time if there are already ready-made solutions?
