Getting tasks done quickly: 13 keyboard shortcuts for super efficient
Author : Bima Ridho Pratama, S.IP.
Date : 22 February 2024
As a busy student, finding easy ways or shortcuts in some things can be really helpful. One of the shortcuts is the ease of operating the computer by utilizing keyboard shortcuts, also known as "shortcuts." Here are 13 shortcuts that can be utilized by library buddies:
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Windows Key + D:
- Function: Switch directly to the desktop. Useful when you need to quickly view files or icons on the desktop.
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Ctrl + Shift + Esc:
- Function: Opens Task Manager directly. Useful for monitoring and managing processes running on the computer.
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Windows Key + E:
- Function: Opens File Explorer quickly. Useful for exploring and managing files on the computer.
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Alt + Tab:
- Function: Switch between running applications. Useful for multitasking quickly.
Windows Key + L:
- Function: Locks the computer. Useful when you need to leave the computer briefly without closing all applications.
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Ctrl + Shift + N:
- Function: Creates a new folder. Useful when organizing and managing files regularly.
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Windows Key + Left/Right Arrow:
- Function: Snaps the active window to the left or right half of the screen. Useful when multitasking with two applications.
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Ctrl + F:
- Function: Opens the search box. Useful for finding words or information in documents or browsers.
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Ctrl + Shift + T:
- Function: Reopens the last closed tab in a web browser. Useful when researching or browsing course materials.
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Windows Key + Shift + S:
- Function: Opens the Snipping Tool for capturing and including screenshots in tasks or presentations.
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Ctrl + S:
- Function: Saves the document or project while working. Useful for avoiding data loss.
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Alt + Print Screen:
- Function: Captures a screenshot only from the active window. Useful when needing images for documents or presentations.
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Windows Key + 1, 2, 3, ...:
- Function: Switch directly to applications on the taskbar. Useful for quickly opening favorite applications.
All of these may vary slightly depending on the operating system and applications you use. But, overall, they can make your computer tasks faster and more comfortable in your everyday routine.