10 Keyboard Shortcuts for Everyday Use

10 Keyboard Shortcuts for Everyday Use

I recently had the misfortune of watching my laptop break down completely, and, of course, being absolutely helpless without it, sent it immediately for repair. But technology has a mind of its own, so when the laptop was returned to me in working condition, the mouse (touchpad in this case) unfortunately, was not.

The technician’s only response to my panicked cries of anguish was, “Well, you know your keyboard shortcuts, so you’ll be fine.”

I did not. And I was not. 

But all's well that ends well. The genius technician convinced me to buy a highly overpriced external mouse and then I went on a hunt to learn those few shortcut keys I knew I would need to know, should this horror ever occur again. So, without further ado, here are the 10 keyboard shortcuts I believe can help make your Windows 10 experience easier.

The Window Key

This little guy gets his own introduction because the window key on your keyboard is for more than just opening the start menu. Many functions you might want to do on your computer are made easy by this one key that, combined with others, can help you do things faster.

 
1. Windows Key + E

This little combo has a very simple but important purpose; to open the file explorer. This is especially important if your major use for your computer is work. It also makes it easier if you prefer watching movies on your computer because, used with other shortcuts like for searching, it simplifies the process of opening the folders and finding them. 

This folder, or something similar, should open when you use the Windows Key and E together. 

2. Windows + I

This nifty shortcut lets you open your computer/user settings, where all your account information, added devices, security protocols, etc. are managed. It's something that you will need access to at some point or the other, with or without your mouse. To make things even easier, once you’ve got the Settings Window open, you can move to and select the setting you wish to change or check using the Tab key

Your settings page should open, which will look something like this. Click on the picture to see the full image! 

3. Windows + S

4. windows + M

5. windows + Home

6. windows + X

7. windows + up arrow key/down arrow key

     windows key + down arrow key=Minimize

     windows key + up arrow kdy=Maximize 

8. Contral + Tab

9. Alt + Tab

10.Alt+Left arrow key/Alt+Right arrow key