Shortcut keys allow for faster PC usage when doing repetitive tasks.
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Please Note: The Windows key shown below as is located on your keyboard, usually on the Lower Left, between the 'Ctrl' and 'Alt' keys, and has the little Windows flag on it. (Click here for a bigger picture - you want the key shown outlined in green.)
As with other Shortcut keys, HOLD the Windows key down, and TAP the 'next key' shown, Once.
WARNING - HOLDING THE SECOND KEY DOWN FOR MORE THAN ABOUT 2 SECONDS CAUSES IT TO 'FIRE' RAPIDLY. THIS MAY CAUSE THE ACTION YOU'RE TRYING TO PERFORM TO REPEAT UNTIL (AND AFTER) YOU LET THE SECOND KEY UP. (This also applies to any document you're typing into, holding a key activates the repeat function, typing the same key rapidly 'for you'..)
The PROPER technique is usually demonstrated by holding the first key with the thumb, and stretching another finger out to tap the other key.
As with other Shortcut keys, HOLD the Windows key down, and TAP the 'next key' shown, Once.
WARNING - HOLDING THE SECOND KEY DOWN FOR MORE THAN ABOUT 2 SECONDS CAUSES IT TO 'FIRE' RAPIDLY. THIS MAY CAUSE THE ACTION YOU'RE TRYING TO PERFORM TO REPEAT UNTIL (AND AFTER) YOU LET THE SECOND KEY UP. (This also applies to any document you're typing into, holding a key activates the repeat function, typing the same key rapidly 'for you'..)
The PROPER technique is usually demonstrated by holding the first key with the thumb, and stretching another finger out to tap the other key.
Shortcut Key(s) | Description |
+ E | Opens Windows Explorer |
+ R | Opens the RUN Command |
+ D | Toggles Desktop |
+ F | Opens The Find Files/Folders Dialog |
+ M | Minimizes all Minimizable windows |
+ L | Locks console (must type password to login |
+ Pause key | Opens System Properties |
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