Comprehensive Guide to Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts

Windows 11 offers a range of keyboard shortcuts to enhance productivity. Here’s a complete list of 70 essential shortcuts:

General Shortcuts

1. Ctrl + C: Copy selected item.
2. Ctrl + X: Cut selected item.
3. Ctrl + V: Paste item.
4. Ctrl + Z: Undo an action.
5. Ctrl + Y: Redo an action.
6. Ctrl + A: Select all items.
7. Ctrl + D: Delete selected item.
8. Ctrl + R: Refresh the active window.
9. Ctrl + N: Open a new window.

Windows Key Shortcuts

1. Windows + E: Open File Explorer.
2. Windows + D: Show or hide the desktop.
3. Windows + L: Lock your PC.
4. Windows + R: Open the Run dialog.
5. Windows + S: Open search.
6. Windows + I: Open Settings.
7. Windows + P: Project screen options.
8. Windows + U: Open Accessibility settings.
9. Windows + X: Open Quick Link menu.
10. Windows + A: Open Quick Settings.
11. Windows + W: Open Widgets.

Taskbar Shortcuts

1. Windows + T: Cycle through apps on the taskbar.
2. Windows + Number (1-9): Open taskbar app in specified position.
3. Windows + B: Focus on the taskbar corner icons.

File Explorer Shortcuts

1. Ctrl + Shift + N: Create a new folder.
2. Alt + D: Select the address bar.
3. Ctrl + Shift + E: Display folders above the selected one.
4. Ctrl + F: Search for files or folders.
5. F2: Rename selected item.
6. F4: Show address bar list.
7. F5: Refresh current window.

Virtual Desktop Shortcuts

1. Windows + Ctrl + D: Create a new virtual desktop.
2. Windows + Ctrl + Left/Right Arrow: Switch between virtual desktops.
3. Windows + Ctrl + F4: Close current virtual desktop.

Snapping and Window Management

1. Windows + Arrow Keys: Snap windows to sides or corners.
2. Windows + Up Arrow: Maximize window.
3. Windows + Down Arrow: Minimize or restore window.
4. Windows + Shift + Up Arrow: Stretch window vertically.
5. Windows + Shift + Down Arrow: Restore/minimize vertically.

Magnifier and Accessibility

1. Windows + Plus (+): Zoom in with Magnifier.
2. Windows + Minus (-): Zoom out with Magnifier.
3. Windows + Esc: Exit Magnifier.
4. Windows + Enter: Open Narrator.

Task View and Multitasking

1. Windows + Tab: Open Task View.
2. Ctrl + Alt + Tab: View open apps without holding keys.
3. Alt + Tab: Switch between open apps.

Clipboard and Emojis

1. Windows + V: Open Clipboard history.
2. Windows + Period (.) or Semicolon (;): Open emoji panel.

Miscellaneous

1. Windows + H: Open voice typing.
2. Windows + G: Open Game Bar.
3. Windows + K: Open Connect for devices.
4. Windows + Shift + S: Open Snip & Sketch.
5. Windows + PrtScn: Capture and save screenshot.
6. Windows + Shift + M: Restore minimized windows.
7. Windows + Space: Switch input language and layout.
8. Windows + O: Lock device orientation.
9. Windows + Pause: Display System Properties.

Additional Functionality

1. Ctrl + Shift + Esc: Open Task Manager.
2. Ctrl + Shift + Delete: Open Security options.
3. Ctrl + Alt + Delete: Open Security screen.
4. Windows + Shift + Left/Right Arrow: Move window between monitors.
5. Windows + Ctrl + F: Search for PCs on a network.
6. Windows + Home: Minimize all but active window.
7. Windows + + (Plus): Launch Magnifier.
8. Windows + - (Minus): Zoom out with Magnifier.
9. Windows + , (Comma): Peek at desktop.
10. Windows + Shift + V: Cycle through notifications.
11. Windows + Alt + D: Show or hide date and time.
12. Windows + Ctrl + Q: Open Quick Assist.
13. Ctrl + Shift + N: Open incognito window in browsers.
14. Windows + F: Open Feedback Hub.

Using these shortcuts will streamline your workflow and make your Windows 11 experience more efficient. Enjoy exploring all the capabilities these shortcuts offer!