Windows Vista/7/8/8.1 Hot Shortcut Keys.

 

• Win + Left/Right – Maximises program to the preferred side of the screen

• Win + Home – Reduces all windows and leaves only the active one

• Win + Home Again – Restores the screen to its original look

• Win + Number – launches corresponding application to number in Quick Launch area

• Win + Space – allows you to view your entire desktop by hiding all open application The activities only return on release of the Win Key

• Win + D – Minimise all windows and show desktop

• Win + E – Opens computer drive folder

• Win + F – Opens search

• Win + G – Brings gadgets to forefront

• Win + L – Locks the users screen

• Win + M – Minimise the current window

• Win + P – Opens menu for alternate screens or projectors

• Win + R – Opens run command

•  Win + T – Cycle through task bar opening each with Aero Peak

• Win + U – Starts ease of Access center where you can access the onscreen keyboard

• Win + X – Starts Mobility Center

• Win + Shift + Arrow – Move current window to alternate screen

• Ctrl + Win + Tab – Open persistent task selection window, roll mouse over each icon to preview item and minimise others