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Windows Shortcut Keys

  1. Windows: Display the Start menu
  2. Windows + D: Minimize or restore all windows
  3. Windows + E: Display Windows Explorer
  4. Windows + F: Display Search for files
  5. Windows + Ctrl + F: Display Search for computer
  6. Windows + F1: Display Help and Support Center
  7. Windows + R: Display Run dialog box
  8. Windows + break: Display System Properties dialog box
  9. Windows + shift + M: Undo minimize all windows
  10. Windows + L: Lock the workstation
  11. Windows + U: Open Utility Manager
  12. Windows + Q: Quick switching of users (Powertoys only)
  13. Windows + Q: Hold Windows Key, then tap Q to scroll thru the different users on your PC

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