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General Windows Shortcuts

  • Ctrl+C: Copy
  • Ctrl+X: Cut
  • Ctrl+V: Paste
  • Ctrl+Z: Undo
  • Alt+Tab: Switch between open apps
  • Windows key + L: Lock your PC
  • Windows key + D: Display and hide the desktop

File Explorer

  • Windows key + E: Open File Explorer
  • Ctrl+N: Open a new window
  • Ctrl+W: Close the current window
  • Alt+P: Display the preview panel
  • F2: Rename the selected item

Task Manager

  • Ctrl+Shift+Esc: Open Task Manager

Virtual Desktops

  • Windows key + Ctrl+D: Add a virtual desktop
  • Windows key + Ctrl+Right arrow: Switch between virtual desktops to the right
  • Windows key + Ctrl+Left arrow: Switch between virtual desktops to the left
  • Windows key + Ctrl+F4: Close the current virtual desktop