Windows 11 Shortcut Keys for More Productivity

Using keyboard shortcuts in Windows 11 can help you work more efficiently by quickly accessing features and functions. Here are some of the most useful shortcuts:

1. General Shortcuts

• Copy: Ctrl + C
• Cut: Ctrl + X
• Paste: Ctrl + V
• Undo: Ctrl + Z
• Redo: Ctrl + Y
• Select All: Ctrl + A
• Search: Windows + S
• Open Settings: Windows + I

2. Window Management

• Minimize All Windows: Windows + M
• Restore Minimized Windows: Windows + Shift + M
• Switch Between Open Windows: Alt + Tab
• Snap Window to the Left: Windows + ←
• Snap Window to the Right: Windows + →
• Snap Window to a Corner (Quadrant): Windows + ← or → then ↑ or ↓
• Maximize Window: Windows + ↑
• Minimize Window: Windows + ↓
• Close Current Window: Alt + F4

3. Virtual Desktops

• Create New Virtual Desktop: Windows + Ctrl + D
• Switch Between Virtual Desktops: Windows + Ctrl + ← or →
• Close Current Virtual Desktop: Windows + Ctrl + F4

4. File Explorer

• Open File Explorer: Windows + E
• Quick Access View: Windows + E (if File Explorer is already open)
• Rename Selected Item: F2
• Delete Selected Item: Delete
• Open Properties for Selected Item: Alt + Enter

5. Taskbar and Start Menu

• Open Start Menu: Windows
• Open Action Center: Windows + A
• Open Notification Center: Windows + N
• Open Quick Settings: Windows + X
• Cycle Through Taskbar Apps: Windows + T
• Open Task Manager: Ctrl + Shift + Esc

6. Accessibility

• Magnifier: Windows + + to open and zoom in, Windows + - to zoom out
• Narrator: Windows + Ctrl + Enter
• High Contrast Mode: Left Alt + Left Shift + Print Screen

7. Screen and Display

• Switch Display Modes: Windows + P
• Project Screen: Windows + K
• Screenshot: Windows + Print Screen (saves to Pictures folder), Windows + Shift + S (opens Snip & Sketch)

8. Cortana and Voice Commands

• Open Cortana: Windows + C
• Voice Typing: Windows + H

Tips for Effectively Using Shortcuts

• Start Small: Focus on learning a few shortcuts at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
• Practice Regularly: Use them daily to build muscle memory.
• Customize Shortcuts: Adjust keyboard shortcuts through settings to better fit your workflow.

Integrate these shortcuts into your daily use to streamline your tasks and boost your productivity on Windows 11!