Using keyboard shortcuts can improve your efficiency when working. By reducing unnecessary clicks and mouse manoeuvres, you can boost your productivity. We’ve compiled a list of our most used Windows shortcuts for you to try. Some you may have already mastered, while there might be others that you’re still to get the hang of.
| Keys | Action |
|---|---|
| Ctrl + C | Copy the selected item. |
| Ctrl + V | Paste the selected item. |
| Ctrl + Z | Undo an action. |
| Ctrl + Y | Redo an action. |
| Windows logo key + L | Lock your PC. |
| Windows logo key + D | Display and hide the desktop. |
| F5 | Refresh the active window. |
| F2 | Rename the selected item. |
| Alt + Left arrow | Go back. |
| Alt + Right arrow | Go forward. |
| Alt + Tab | Switch between open apps. |
| Windows logo key + Shift + S | Take a screenshot of part of your screen. |
| Windows logo key + period (.) or semicolon (;) | Open emoji panel. |
| Windows logo key + Ctrl + Enter | Turn on Narrator. |
| Ctrl + Right arrow | Move the cursor to the beginning of the next word. |
| Ctrl + Left arrow | Move the cursor to the beginning of the previous word. |
| Ctrl + Down arrow | Move the cursor to the beginning of the next paragraph. |
Our helpdesk team are full of tips and tricks to help improve your efficiency when it comes to IT. Find out more about our IT Support here.
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