Are you looking to speed up your computer tasks and save time?
Learning the A to Z of shortcut keys can be a game-changer!
These keyboard shortcuts are like little tricks that allow you to complete tasks faster without having to click through endless menus.
By mastering these simple key combinations, you will boost your productivity and navigate your Computer like an expert.
Let’s dive into the essential shortcut keys you need to know to make your computing experience much quicker and more efficient!
| Shortcut Key | Function | |
| A | Ctrl + A | Select all items in a document or window. |
| B | Ctrl + B | Bold highlighted text. |
| C | Ctrl + C | Copy selected items to the clipboard. |
| D | Ctrl + D | Bookmark Page (in most browsers) (OR)Delete the selected item and move it to the Recycle Bin. |
| E | Ctrl + E | Open Search (OR) Center align a paragraph (in text editors). |
| F | Ctrl + F | Find (Open the find dialog to search for text). |
| G | Ctrl + G | Find Next (find the next occurrence of the searched text). |
| H | Ctrl + H | Open History (OR) Open the replace dialogue to replace text. |
| I | Ctrl + I | Italicise highlighted text |
| J | Ctrl + J | Switch Between Open Windows (OR) Justify a paragraph (in text editors) |
| K | Ctrl + K | Insert a hyperlink (in most programmes) |
| L | Ctrl + L | Focus on the Address Bar (OR) Left align a paragraph (in text editors) |
| M | Ctrl + M | Minimise Window (OR) Indent a paragraph (in text editors) |
| N | Ctrl + N | Create a new document or window |
| O | Ctrl + O | Open File / Open an existing document |
| P | Ctrl + P | |
| Q | Ctrl + Q | Quit Programme (OR) Remove paragraph formatting (in text editors) |
| R | Ctrl + R | Refresh the current window or page |
| S | Ctrl + S | Save the current document |
| T | Ctrl + T | Open New Tab In web browsers |
| U | Ctrl + U | Underline the selected text (OR) View Source (in browsers) |
| v | Ctrl + V | Paste |
| W | Ctrl + W | Close Tab or Window |
| X | Ctrl + X | Cut the selected items to the clipboard |
| Y | Ctrl + Y | Redo |
| Z | Ctrl + Z | Undo |
| Shortcut Key | Function |
| Ctrl + F2 | Print preview |
| Ctrl + F3 | Cut to the Spike |
| Ctrl + F4 | Close the active document |
| Ctrl + F5 | Restore the document window size |
| Ctrl + F6 | Switch between open documents |
| Ctrl + F7 | Activate the Spelling and Grammar check |
| Ctrl + F8 | Extend a selection |
| Ctrl + F9 | Insert an empty field |
| Ctrl + F10 | Maximise the document window |
| Ctrl + F11 | Lock a field |
| Ctrl + F12 | Open the "Save As" dialog box |
| Windows + D | Show desktop |
| Windows + L | Lock your PC |
| Ctrl + Esc | Open the Start Menu |
| Ctrl + Shift + Esc | Open Task Manager |
| Command + Space | Open Spotlight search |
| Command + Option Esc | Force quit apps |
| Alt + Tab | Switch between open applications |
| Windows + Print Screen | Take a full screenshot |
| Command + Shift + 4 | Take a screenshot (select area) |
With the right shortcut keys in your toolkit, you can get things done in a fraction of the time.
These handy combinations cut out unnecessary clicks and streamline your workflow, helping you stay focused and efficient. Whether you’re working on a school project or tackling a task at home, mastering these shortcuts will make a huge difference.
So, start practising these A to Z shortcuts, and you will be handling your tasks like an expert in no time.
Best of Luck!
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Computer shortcut keys are a set of keys or combinations of keys used to perform tasks quickly and efficiently while working on a computer. These shortcut keys let users perform tasks faster by pressing a few keys instead of clicking through menus.
They save time! With shortcuts, you can copy, paste, or even open apps quickly without wasting a second.
Ctrl + C (to copy), Ctrl + V (to paste) and Ctrl + X (to cut). These are the most basic shortcut keys used when working on any assignment.
Press Ctrl + N. A new document is ready to go.
Yes! Just press Ctrl + Z. It is the keyboard shortcut for undoing the last action,
On Windows, it is PrtScn (Print Screen). Now you can capture all those important notes or memes!
For Windows: Ctrl + Tab.
Just press Ctrl + F and type what you're looking for. The Ctrl + F key functions like a digital magnifying glass.
Yes! Ctrl + W. This is a shortcut key to close a tab
Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc on Windows to quickly open Task Manager.
Yes! Use Ctrl + + to zoom in and Ctrl + - to zoom out.
Just press Ctrl + S.
Press Windows + L. It’s like putting your Computer to sleep but safely.
Press Ctrl + A. It is like highlighting everything with a single move.
Yes! Windows + D on Windows does it. It is like clearing your desk in one second.
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