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Useful Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Windows 10 has been available for some time, and users are getting quite familiar with it and most of its features.

Speaking of which, if you’re an advanced user you probably usekeyboard shortcutson daily basis, and speaking of shortcuts.

Today we want to show you some of the most usefulWindows 10keyboard shortcuts.

Windows 10 Keyboard Shortcuts You Need to Know

Windows 10 Keyboard Shortcuts You Need to Know

Window snapping

Just like Windows 7, Windows 10 supports window snapping, but with Windows 10 you can snap windows in 2×2 grid by using yourmouse, or by using the followingkeyboard shortcuts:

Virtual desktops

Windows 10 brings support for virtual desktops, so if you want to keep your workspace neat and organized you might want to use some of these shortcuts:

Task View and Window management

Windows Key + Tab – opens a new Task View interface that shows you all current windows on this virtual desktop. There are also virtual desktops available on the bottom of the screen so you can easily switch.

One great thing about this shortcut is that you only have to press it once, there’s no need to hold the buttons down.

Alt+Tab – Thiskeyboard shortcuthas been present for a long time, and it works the same in Windows 10, but unlikeWindows Key+ Tab, it allows you to switch through all windows on all virtual desktops.

Cortana and settings

Command prompt

Command Prompt just got support forkeyboard shortcutsin Windows 10, but before you use them make sure that you’ve enabled them.

To enable shortcuts inCommand Promptright click theCommand Promptand choose Properties.

Go to Options tab and uncheck Use legacy console, enableCtrlkey shortcuts and two text section options.

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As for the shortcuts, the following are available:

All of these shortcuts are available in text editors, but they are now available inCommand Promptfor the first time.

Most of these are available in older versions of Windows, but they are also present in Windows 10, so we’ll mention them as well in case you’re not familiar with them:

Some advanced shortcuts

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Ivan Jenic

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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.

When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.

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Ivan Jenic

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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.