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Computer, programming, and webmaster help , support , tips and tricks => Internet webmaster computer programming technology tips and tricks => Topic started by: ben2ong2 on September 25, 2006, 04:58:50 PM

Title: WINDOWS XP - Use your Windows Key
Post by: ben2ong2 on September 25, 2006, 04:58:50 PM
The Windows logo key, located in the bottom row of most computer keyboards is a little-used treasure. Don''t ignore it. It is the shortcut anchor for the following commands:

Windows: Display the Start menu
Windows + D: Minimize or restore all windows
Windows + E: Display Windows Explorer
Windows + F: Display Search for files
Windows + Ctrl + F: Display Search for computer
Windows + F1: Display Help and Support Center
Windows + R: Display Run dialog box
Windows + break: Display System Properties dialog box
Windows + shift + M: Undo minimize all windows
Windows + L: Lock the workstation
Windows + U: Open Utility Manager
Windows + Q: Quick switching of users (Powertoys only)
Windows + Q: Hold Windows Key, then tap Q to scroll thru the different users on your pc