Keyboard shortcuts can save you time as you use Windows 10. You probably already know about Ctrl + C and Ctrl +V (copy and paste), but we're here to tell you 21 other shortcuts that you should know when using Windows 10. Some of these shortcuts might already be familiar to you, but think of new users who just switched from a Mac or simply have relied more on mice or touchscreens.
| Keyboard shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Windows key + A | Open Action center |
| Windows key + C | Open Cortana in listening mode |
| Windows key + D | Display and hide the desktop |
| Windows key + E | Open File Explorer |
| Windows key + H | Open the Share charm |
| Windows key + I | Open Settings |
| Windows key + L | Lock your PC or switch accounts |
| Windows key + S | Open Search |
| Windows key + Number | Open the app pinned to the taskbar in the position indicated by the number. |
| Windows key + Arrow key | Snap app windows left, right, corners, maximize, or minimize |
| Windows key + Comma | Temporarily peek at the desktop |
| Windows key + Ctrl +D | Add a virtual desktop |
| Windows key + Ctrl + Left or Right arrow | Switch between virtual desktops |
| Windows key + Enter | Open Narrator |
| Windows key + Home | Minimize all but the active desktop window (restores all windows on second stroke) |
| Windows key + PrtScn | Capture a screenshot and save in Screenshots folder |
| Windows key + Shift + Up arrow | Stretch the desktop window to the top and bottom of the screen |
| Windows key + Tab | Open Task view |
| Ctrl + Shift + Esc | Open Task Manager |
| Alt +Tab | Switch between open apps |
| Ctrl + Alt +Tab | View open apps |
There are plenty of keyboard shortcuts on Windows 10, but we think these are the best ones to remember.
Source:Windows Central
