Desktop & Window Management Windows
These shortcuts help you control windows, show the desktop, and switch views quickly.
| To Do This | Press This |
|---|---|
| Show or hide the desktop | Win + D |
| Minimize all windows | Win + M |
| Restore minimized windows | Win + Shift + M |
| Open Task View | Win + Tab |
Virtual Desktops Organization
Create and switch between multiple desktops to separate tasks and workflows.
| To Do This | Press This |
|---|---|
| Create a new virtual desktop | Win + Ctrl + D |
| Switch to desktop on the left | Win + Ctrl + <- |
| Switch to desktop on the right | Win + Ctrl + -> |
File Explorer, System Tools & Search System
Quick ways to open tools, search, and run commands.
| To Do This | Press This |
|---|---|
| Open File Explorer | Win + E |
| Open Run dialog | Win + R |
| Open Quick Link menu | Win + X |
| Open Windows Search | Win + S |
| Open Snipping Tool | Win + Shift + S |