Inside the brain of a Geek: 10 keyboard shortcuts to increase your productivity!
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Keyboard shortcuts, or hotkeys, can make it easier to navigate your computer, saving you time and effort.
Carlos and I have discussed making a short how to video of these shortcuts. If you would find a video helpful please let us know and we will make it.
Windows 7 Users
Windows logo key +Spacebar
Preview the desktop.
Windows logo key +Up Arrow
Maximize the window.
Windows logo key +Left Arrow
Maximize the window to the left side of the screen.
Windows logo key +Right Arrow
Maximize the window to the right side of the screen.
Windows logo key +Down Arrow
Minimize the window.
Windows logo key +Tab
Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Aero Flip 3-D.
Windows logo key +number
Start the program pinned to the taskbar in the position indicated by the number. If the program is already running, switch to that program.
Windows logo key +L
Lock your computer or switch users.
Windows logo key +F
Search for a file or folder.
Windows logo key +M
Minimize all windows.
For a full list of all Windows 7 keyboard shorts go to http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Keyboard-shortcuts
Windows XP Users:
Windows Key
Display or hide the Start menu
Windows Key + M
Minimize all windows
Windows Key+Shift+M
Restores minimized windows.
Windows Key + D
Shows the desktop
Windows Key + F
Windows + F is used to start the Windows Search.
Windows Key + E
Open My Computer
Windows Key + L
Locks your computer if you are connected to a network domain.
Shift + Delete
Delete selected item permanently without placing the item in the Recycle Bin.
Ctrl+Shift+Esc
Open Task Manager
Alt + Tab
Switch between the open programs
For a full list of all Windows XP keyboard shortcuts go to http://support.microsoft.com/kb/301583
