The Windows key

The Windows key not only opens the Start Menu, but it does a lot more too. Here's a list of Windows key shortcuts that are very useful!

+ B

Set focus to first tray icon

+ D

Show Desktop

+ E

Windows Explorer

+ F

Find Files or Folders (Search)

+ M

Minimize All windows

+ Shift + M

Undo minimize all windows

+ R

Run Dialog (opens the "Run" dialog - the same as clicking "Start" then "Run")

+ Tab

Select Task

+ Pause/Break

System Properties

+ F1

Windows Help

+ L

Lock workstation

+ U

Windows Utility Manager

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