Keyboard shortcuts help you do tasks quickly. You press one or more keys together to perform an action. They save time because you don’t need to use a mouse. Many shortcuts work in different applications. For example, you can copy and paste text in a word processor and a web browser.
Using Shortcuts
Most shortcuts need two or more keys. For example, Ctrl+X means you hold the Ctrl key, press X, then release both. The Ctrl and Alt keys are used in most shortcuts. You can find them at the bottom-left of your keyboard.
Working with Text
These shortcuts help you edit text in documents and emails:
- Ctrl+X: Cut text.
- Ctrl+C: Copy text.
- Ctrl+V: Paste text.
- Ctrl+A: Select all text.
- Ctrl+B: Make text bold.
- Ctrl+I: Make text italic.
- Ctrl+U: Underline text.
Working with Files and Applications
These shortcuts help you manage files and programs:
- Ctrl+Alt+Delete: Open Task Manager to close unresponsive programs.
- Delete: Move files to the Recycle Bin.
- Enter: Open a file or application.
- Ctrl+N: Create a new file.
- Ctrl+O: Open a file.
- Ctrl+S: Save a file.
- Ctrl+Z: Undo the last action.
- Ctrl+Y: Redo the last action.
- Windows key: Open the Start menu.
Internet Shortcuts
These shortcuts help you browse the web:
- Ctrl+N: Open a new browser window.
- Ctrl+T: Open a new tab.
- Ctrl+D: Bookmark a page.
- Ctrl+B: Show bookmarks.
- Ctrl+J: View downloaded files.
Using the Alt Key
Pressing Alt gives access to menus in an application. You can perform tasks using just the keyboard. For example, Alt+F+X will close a program.
Finding More Shortcuts
Many applications show shortcuts in their menus. Hovering over buttons may also show their shortcuts. Learning them will make your work faster and easier.
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