Useful Windows Shortcuts

CategoryShortcutFunction
The EssentialsWin + DShow/Hide Desktop
Win + EOpen File Explorer
Win + LLock PC
Win + VClipboard History (See multiple copies)
Alt + TabSwitch between open apps
Window ControlWin + Arrow KeysSnap windows to sides/corners
Win + Shift + SScreenshot specific area
Win + TabOpen Task View (Virtual Desktops)
Win + Ctrl + DCreate a new Virtual Desktop
Win + NumberOpen app at that Taskbar position
System ToolsCtrl + Shift + EscOpen Task Manager directly
Win + IOpen Settings
Win + SSearch Windows
Win + XQuick Link Menu (Power User menu)
Win + . (Period)Emoji & GIF panel
Quick ActionsAlt + F4Close active window
Ctrl + Shift + TReopen last closed browser tab
Ctrl + ScrollZoom in or out
Win + PauseView System/Device specifications
Win + LInstant Lock (Safety first!)
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