Here’s a list of useful Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts to help you navigate and work efficiently:
Basic Windows Shortcuts
- Win + D – Show or hide the desktop.
- Win + A – Open Quick Settings (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, volume, brightness).
- Win + I – Open Settings.
- Win + E – Open File Explorer.
- Win + R – Open the Run dialog box.
- Win + L – Lock your PC.
- Win + M – Minimize all windows.
- Win + Shift + M – Restore minimized windows on the desktop.
- Win + X – Open the Quick Link menu (for quick access to settings, Task Manager, etc.).
- Win + V – Open clipboard history (must be enabled in settings).
Snap Layouts & Multitasking Shortcuts
- Win + Z – Open Snap Layouts to arrange windows on the screen.
- Win + Arrow Keys – Snap windows to sides or corners (left, right, top, or bottom).
- Win + Tab – Open Task View (view all open windows and virtual desktops).
- Alt + Tab – Switch between open apps.
- Ctrl + Alt + Tab – View all open apps without holding down Alt.
- Win + Ctrl + D – Add a new virtual desktop.
- Win + Ctrl + F4 – Close the current virtual desktop.
- Win + Ctrl + Left/Right Arrow – Switch between virtual desktops.
Accessibility and Utility Shortcuts
- Win + + – Zoom in using Magnifier.
- Win + - – Zoom out using Magnifier.
- Win + PrtSc – Take a screenshot and save it to the Screenshots folder.
- Win + Shift + S – Open Snipping Tool for taking custom screenshots.
- Win + H – Open voice typing (for dictation).
- Win + . (period) – Open emoji, GIF, and symbols panel.
System and Task Management
- Win + Ctrl + Shift + B – Restart graphics drivers.
- Ctrl + Shift + Esc – Open Task Manager.
- Alt + F4 – Close the current window or shut down Windows (if on the desktop).
File Explorer Shortcuts
- Ctrl + N – Open a new File Explorer window.
- Alt + P – Show or hide the preview pane in File Explorer.
- Alt + Enter – Open the properties for the selected file or folder.
App Shortcuts
- Win + 1/2/3… – Open or switch to apps pinned to the taskbar (based on their position).
- Win + Shift + Left/Right Arrow – Move the active window between multiple monitors.
Miscellaneous Shortcuts
- Win + K – Open the Connect panel for wireless displays and audio devices.
- Win + W – Open the Widgets panel.
- Win + P – Open the Project options for connecting to an external display.
- Win + F – Open the Feedback Hub.
These shortcuts will help you navigate Windows 11 more efficiently and take full advantage of its features like Snap Layouts, virtual desktops, and improved multitasking capabilities.