Using Windows 10 hotkeys (also known as "shortcuts") will help you be productive like a king while working on your computer. Hotkeys relieve you of the need to perform unnecessary manipulations with the mouse and system interfaces.

List of hotkeys in Windows 10

Surely you know a lot of combinations, but in this list we have collected the largest possible number, thus forming the ultimate list of Windows 10 hotkeys.

Win key combinations

Reference: button Win is a button with Windows logo in the left (there are options with a duplicate key on the right) of the bottom row of the keyboard.

By default, Windows does not have an option to remap or personalize hotkeys. Is it just a combination to change the language. Therefore, this task is taken on by third party software. A striking example of this is the free MKey utility.

Please note that custom hotkeys do not work in UWP apps.

MKey is able to assign non-standard keys of multimedia keyboards, but its functions also include the ability to assign your own individual keys from a standard set or combination. For example, MKey is able to assign functions to certain combinations, such as launching applications, shutting down the computer, restarting, closing a window, controlling playback, and so on. Lots of different possibilities.

If the combination needs to be deleted, right-click on it and select Delete or Change.

How to disable hotkeys in Windows 10

As in the case of assigning hotkeys, standard way There is no way to disable combinations. And it's unlikely to be. But the vast majority of combinations can be disabled by disabling the button Win on keyboard. This is done using the registry editor.

Using the registry editor, you can also disable individual combinations.

Save and reload. Everything is ready, combinations are disabled.

With Windows 10 hotkeys, you can quickly call up the necessary menus and perform many actions without resorting to the mouse, which is much easier and faster. The "ten" implemented a lot of fresh keyboard shortcuts to access new features of the operating system. Gradually remembering the most used of them, you can greatly simplify and speed up the work at the computer.

The combinations in the review are divided into categories for the convenience of studying them, because first of all it is recommended to familiarize yourself with new sequences that open access to previously missing functionality in a number of operating systems Windows.

New keyboard shortcuts

Before proceeding to familiarize yourself with the combination of keyboard buttons with the actions associated with them, it should be noted that under the key
or Windows means the button located in the lower left part of the keyboard with the icon of the window, which is the logo of operating systems from Microsoft. Usually it is located between Ctrl and Alt, but on laptops there is also an Fn key, which can be located on either side of
.

Win + X - will bring up the menu of the same name, which will provide quick access to the most popular functions and tools of the operating system (similar to the Start context menu).

Win + A - will open the Windows 10 Notification Center, provided that it is not deactivated.

Win+I- fast way visit "Settings".

Win + S - open the search bar.

Win + Q - search call using Cortana for countries where the assistant is supported, otherwise, it is an analogue of the previous combination.

Of the most used pairs of buttons that appeared in the top ten, this is all. Next, consider the hot keys for performing actions related to the Explorer.

Conductor

To work with files and windows of the built-in file manager, a dozen actually got nothing new.

Win + E - Open File Explorer in the My Computer window.

Ctrl + wheel up/down - change the size of the icons in the window, switch the type of their visualization.

Ctrl + N - open a duplicate of the current explorer window.

Alt + left / right - move through the history of visiting directories one level back and forward, respectively.

Alt + Up - Move up one level in the folder hierarchy.

Ctrl + C, duplicated Ctrl + Insert - copy selected objects.

Ctrl + X - cut selected files/folders to clipboard.

Ctrl + V, duplicated Shift + Insert - paste the contents of the clipboard into the selected directory.

Ctrl + A - selection of the entire contents of the window, the combination works in virtually all editors and file managers, and not just in the operating system environment.

Ctrl + F - call search string or search dialog (applicable for command line and most applications).

Shift + left/right when viewing elements as a table or grid - move through the columns.

Shift + up/down - select files.

Shift + left/right when rendering explorer items as icons - highlight next folder/directory.

Ctrl + arrow (depending on the way the icons are visualized by analogy with the previous case) - moving through files / directories without selection, Space - selecting the object under the cursor.

Shift + PgDown/PgUp or PageDown/PageUp - move the cursor to the end of the page and select all elements after it.

"Ten" is distinguished by the presence of binding windows relative to the borders working area. This feature appeared in the "Seven", but has undergone changes and improvements. The options for placing windows on top of each other and pinning them to the corners of the screen using a 2x2 grid have become available.

+ left/right - stick the window to the corresponding side with a size of 50% in width with full height, the second part of the monitor will be occupied by the list of tasks, as in the case of switching by Alt + Tab.

+ up - expands the current window in Full Screen, attaching it to the top border.

+ down - minimizes the window to 1/4 of the full size.

Command line

Combinations starting with the sixth in the previous section are also supported for the command line. Separately, such sequences are relevant for her.

• Ctrl + up/down - scroll one line up/down.
• Ctrl + M - indication, cursor highlighting.
• Ctrl + Home - Scroll to the top of the first page.
• Ctrl + right/left - character selection.
• Ctrl + Shift + Left/Right - will select the whole word.

Activation of the support function for the above and other keyboard shortcuts is activated through the "Properties" of the command line, called by right-clicking on its title. In the "Edit" section in the first tab, activate all the options and apply the new settings.

Windows environment

Many more keyboard shortcuts are available for working in the "ten" to quickly perform the required actions.

Ctrl + Alt + Del - open the lock window.

Ctrl + Shift + Esc - launch the Task Manager.

Win + R - open the command interpreter "Run".

Shift + Del - permanently delete selected objects.

Win + Space - visual switching of the keyboard layout.

Alt + Enter - open object properties dialog.

Win + L - lock the PC.

Win + Tab, Alt + Tab - switching between current tasks, with the first combination switching virtual desktops if they are available.

Win + Ctrl + D - create a virtual desktop.

Win + Ctrl + left / right, Windows + Ctrl + left / right - flipping between desktops.

Win + Ctrl + F4 - close the current desktop.

Win + 1-9 - launch the utility pinned to the taskbar under the corresponding number.

Win + T - switch between taskbar icons, Enter - launch the selected program.

Win + D - minimize all windows.

Win + Shift + M - Maximize minimized windows.

Win + Home - minimize everything except the active window.

Alt + F4 - close the active program/window.

Win + W - call the Windows in WorkSpace environment.

Multimedia

For gamers, Windows 10 also has a few surprises in store.

1. Win + PrtScr - create a screenshot and save it to a directory with pictures.
2. PrtScr - creating a screenshot with copying to the clipboard.
3. Win + G - call the game bar.
4. Win + Alt + R - start/stop video capture.

Select frequently used functions and memorize keys to call/use.

Experienced users know keyboard shortcuts that help them in their work and save time. To help those who do not yet use, we offer this article. Many keyboard shortcuts work the same in 7, 8 and XP builds of Windows.

Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10

If it is impossible to use a computer mouse in your work, the ability to give commands on the keyboard will become a useful skill. Hotkeys have been successfully used in previous builds. But new combinations appeared, created only in this system. Popular keys are still: Winkey, Alt and Ctrl, Shift and Tab, arrows, numbers and letters in cross combinations.

Fig 1. Ctrl key combinations

New Windows 10 hotkeys

Among the useful and functional key combinations, experimental combinations stand out to increase the efficiency of your work at the computer.

Automatic window alignment

Can be done with the mouse or keyboard shortcuts in Windows and arrows. Depending on the direction of the arrows, the window used will move in the corresponding direction.

Fig 2. Button with Windows icon Fig 3. Arrow control

Virtual desktop

A practical feature when creating multiple projects at once. It becomes even more convenient to use when combined with keyboard buttons:

#WINd+Ctrl+D creates another desktop

#WINd+Ctrl+← jumps to the desktop located on the left side

#WINd+Ctrl+→ jumps to the desktop located on the right side

#WINd+Ctrl+F4 ends the desktop

#WINd+Tab view actively used applications.

Fig 4. Location on Windows keyboard or win

Working with the command line

To work with this element in Windows 10, key combinations are used:

shift+← select text on the left side

shift +→ select text to the right of the cursor

shift +Ctrl+→(←) block selection

Ctrl+ C duplicating information to the clipboard

Ctrl+V paste saved information from clipboard

Ctrl+A select all text in a line.

Fig 5. Using Shift and Arrows

Screen, shooting photo and video materials

With the presence of the GameDVR program, it is possible to produce. To do this, use keyboard shortcuts

WIN+PrintScreen takes a screenshot and saves it to the Pictures folder

WIN+G launches GameDVR (if your graphics card has sufficient capabilities)

WIN+Alt+G records what is happening in the active window

WIN+Alt+R will stop the recording in progress

WIN + P when the second monitor is on, switches screen modes

WIN+Plus (Minus) zoom in or out using the Magnifier utility.

Other Useful Windows Hotkeys

Along with the novelty, operating Windows system 10, many still use other, earlier Windows versions. They have no less list of quick combinations. The most popular of them:

#WINd+ shows the desktop, temporarily hiding active applications

#WINd+D minimizes applications and opens the desktop

#WINd+Home leaves the actively used window, minimizes the others.

#WINd+L exit the operating system

#WINd+E starts Explorer (WindowsExplorer)

Alt+F4 terminates active window

Ctrl+Shift+M restore minimized apps

Alt+Ctrl+Del launches the Task Manager window.

Most often, in a combination of quick keyboard shortcuts, the WIN key is used.

Combining this key with the ones below, we get the following result:

A support center opens

S opens a search box

B focus is set in the notification area

I opens the "Options" window

K fast connection

o fix device orientation

U accessibility center

V toggle notifications

Z shows commands running in full screen mode

P ause displays the System Properties window

+ / IME reconversion.

Some keys in all versions of Windows are used as hot keys on their own:

SPACE - set or clear the active parameter

BACKSPACE - opening a file

END - Displays the bottom edge of the active window.

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The number of possible hotkey combinations can be a little confusing for an inexperienced user. It seems that it is impossible to remember them all and use them effectively in working with a computer. But I can assure you, with a little practice and getting used to this method, you will be able to appreciate its functional advantages and time savings. Using this knowledge, you untie your hands. Now the lack of a mouse will not be able to prevent you from setting tasks for your computer.

Hotkeys in Windows 10 OS have been replenished with new useful combinations. Although one stopped working. We are talking about Win + F: with the help of this, a system search was previously called. Now, in the same way, the Feedback Center appears before our eyes, and for the search, you should enter Win + S. There, everyone can cry to Microsoft specialists. In Windows 10, hotkeys allow you to quickly perform an operation. This is especially convenient with the Task Manager when the PC hangs noticeably. Just press CTRL + SHIFT + ESC and the desired window will appear instantly. This is much faster than waiting for the system to "prepare the parameters". Ready-made Windows 10 key combinations often solve other tasks, such as viewing system properties (Win + Break).

Remembering all this information is almost impossible. Therefore, when such a need arises, a person usually flips through the Internet in search of a list of hot keys. It should be noted that most of the combinations all include the Win control key. Billy even tries to change the language change. Using a keyboard shortcut in Windows 10 that does not obey this rule has already been mentioned above. Another old trinity is, of course, CTRL + ALT + DEL. Even with DOS, it was customary to reset the system to its initial state by pressing the indicated combination.

In applications

The fundamental difference from the environment of disk operating systems is that the key combination CTRL + Y cancels the operation. Previously, CTRL + R served the same purpose. And the current version served to delete an entire line of text. Agree that these are different things. However, this rule does not apply to all programs. For example, in Paint and Notepad, the operation is canceled by pressing CTRL + Z.

For those who have an uncomfortable mouse, many menu options from the application are conveniently called up with the keyboard. This can be done by pressing the left ALT (or F10). After that, the menu can be scrolled through with the cursor arrows. It is very convenient when the screen is small, or the mouse is bad. The submenu is entered by pressing the down arrow, selection = Enter. An alternative is to right-click on the workspace.

By pressing a key specially designed for this (between the right Win and the right CTRL), a context menu is displayed through which the lion's share of operations is performed. You can scroll through it with the same cursor arrows as the main one. The same is done by clicking the right mouse button, or Shift combination+ F10.

Here are some standard hotkey combinations known to almost every PC user:

1. CTRL + C - copy the selected text fragment, picture, table, and so on.
2. CTRL + V - paste the copied object.
3. Double click with the mouse to highlight the word. Repeated double click - select the entire sentence (does not work in all editors).
4. CTRL + I, CTRL + B, CTRL + D, CTRL + U - test formatting: italic, bold, double and regular underscore.
5. CTRL + A - select all.
6. CTRL + X - cut a fragment.
7. CTRL + S, CTRL + O, CTRL + Q - save, open or close the file.
8. ALT + F4 - Close a window in Windows
9. ALT + F6 - switch between several windows of the same program.
10. Double-click on the window title to maximize/return to original size.

The Win key always called up the Start menu. The difference between dozens is that the application used before is not blocked. Pressing Esc returns focus. Previously, this was not the case, which caused irritation for many. It is gratifying that Billy Gates noticed this. Another novelty is that the default language switching keys (left SHIFT + ALT) now work from the second or fourth time. They introduced a replacement - Win + Space. The only problem is that often after that the Start window appears. Apparently, you still need to practice for a full transition to the top ten. The fact is that the Space key is long on most keyboards, and therefore jams when skewed. So the chosen combination, even in the first approximation, cannot be called successful.

At the same time, the language selection menu appears for a few moments. In this case, there are only two of them, but the system allows you to install more.

Emergency help

Every administrator is faced with the fact that they have to run applications on a PC that is, to put it mildly, slow or not quite right. Usually this action is performed from the command line, but Billy Gates introduced a powerful alternative to this. You can quickly perform tasks on the keyboard (without a mouse) by pressing Win + R. There is an extensive list of modules called in this way. In particular, this is the same command line (cmd), registry editor (regedit), corrector accounts users (netplwiz), the boot configuration snap-in (msconfig), and more.

But after the update, most often now they use the system menu call via Win + X. Inside there is a whole galaxy of useful links, starting with a quick launch of the command line on behalf of the admin and ending with the Device Manager.

As you can see, there is almost everything you need for an emergency solution of a particular problem. In particular, you can see the good old Control Panel and the same Run tool, for which the Win + R buttons are responsible. head over how to minimize all windows in Windows (Win+D). The next useful combination in emergency cases is the CTRL + SHIFT + ESC mentioned above. If the Task Manager is truncated, click the More details link in the lower left corner.

Then the presentation of tasks will be more detailed. Very often it is not possible to get into the settings. You can call them in two ways:

1. win+i.
2. Windows → double click by Tab → Select the desired option with the cursor arrows.

The combination Win + A brings up the notifications menu, but we are interested in its lower part, where there are as many as four important snap-ins, which can be reached with the cursor arrows after pressing TAB once:

• tablet mode.
• Network Center (practically the only way to get to this area from the keyboard).
• Notes.
• Parameters.

Using Win + T, you can navigate between the icons in the Panel quick start. For example, open the calculator located there (with the Enter key). And Win + B allows you to enter the system tray (lower right side of the screen). An even faster way is Win + Program_number_in_quick_launch_panel.

Navigating Windows 10

The keyboard shortcut Win + D allows you to not only minimize all windows, but also switch to the desktop. Now you can navigate through shortcuts by pressing the cursor keys. Enter - start selected. Often the mouse fails in the top ten, and this way help make ends meet somehow. There is another method - press Win + M (and return Win + Shift + M), but it is still damp. If you double-click TAB when entering the Start menu, the focus will go to the side icons, among other things:

1. Accounts.
2. Conductor.
3. Parameters.
4. Shutdown.

This is one of the most convenient ways to restart your PC without using a mouse. In addition, from the accounts menu, you can lock the PC (the same as Win + L), or log out of the system. An experienced administrator knows that a PS / 2 mouse is connected only after a reboot, and any of them can fail. So keyboard shortcuts are very important in such cases.

Another important technique is switching between windows. It must be admitted that on XP SP2 this method was junk, and we threw it into the trash, but then it turned out that everything works on the top ten, and when in large numbers open windows ALT + TAB combination is much more convenient than mouse clicks. By pressing it again and again, you need to get to the desired application.

Conductor

Not everyone realizes this, but navigating through Explorer using the keyboard is much more convenient. To call it, press Win + E. At the initial moment of time, the focus is in the central part. As it is shown on the screenshot.

When we talk about navigation, we mean going from folder to folder:

1. Go back one level up - BackSpace (character delete key).
2. Enter inside -
3. Cursor arrows - Move focus from folder to folder.

Very convenient is the option to copy the address bar. This is not a keyboard shortcut, but is inseparable from the topic. Click once on the line and press Ctrl + C.

With a single press of TAB, you can go to the view settings (Tiles/Rows). Return - CTRL + TAB.

The next TAB presses are not so interesting, we doubt that anyone uses them. Noteworthy is the search in the upper right corner (which becomes available after the fifth click). The next time, the focus finally moves to the left side of the window. And you can freely navigate between global PC areas, such as:

• Desktop.
• This computer.
• Images.
• The documents.
• Downloads and so on.

This allows you to not use the mouse at all. In the conductor, all the same combinations apply as in text editors. You can copy, cut, paste files and even undo operations. Holding ATL + Space gives you access to the window menu (unlike the application), where you can find options to close, minimize, restore, and so on.

Help

It is unlikely that there are many who want to read dozens of help, but if you want to do this, hold Win + F1. After that, the instruction will not appear, as usual, but there will be a transition to the Bing search engine page. The same result is obtained by pressing F1 on the desktop. Well, this is not only a good advertisement, but also the fastest way to open a browser with a search engine ready to work. It follows from this that no other help is available. Often you need to know some information about the system. A quick entry to the desired equipment is made through Win + Break.