Microsoft Windows shortcut keys (part 2)

Windows key keyboard shortcuts

Below is a listing of Windows keys that can be used on computers running a Microsoft Windows operating system and using a keyboard with a Windows key. In the below list of shortcuts, the Windows key is represented by "WINKEY".

Shortcut Keys

Description

WINKEY

Pressing the Windows key alone will open Start.

WINKEY + F1

Opens the Microsoft Windows help and support center.

WINKEY + F3

Opens the Advanced find window in Microsoft Outlook.

WINKEY + D

Brings the desktop to the top of all other windows.

WINKEY + M

Minimizes all windows.

WINKEY + SHIFT + M

Undo the minimize done by WINKEY + M and WINKEY + D.

WINKEY + E

Open Microsoft Explorer.

WINKEY + Tab

Cycle through open programs through the taskbar.

WINKEY + F

Display the Windows Search / Find feature.

WINKEY + CTRL + F

Display the search for computers window.

WINKEY + F1

Display the Microsoft Windows help.

WINKEY + R

Open the run window.

WINKEY + Pause / Break key

Open the system properties window.

WINKEY + U

Open Utility Manager.

WINKEY + L

Lock the computer (Windows XP and above only).

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