Windows Keyboard Shortcuts Cheat Sheet for Windows & Mac

Cheat sheet guide

Windows shortcuts worth learning first

This page collects 20 searchable Windows keyboard shortcuts across 4 categories. Start with the shortcuts for Desktop & Windows, Window Management, Screenshots & Clipboard, Virtual Desktops, then print the cheat sheet once the important ones are worth keeping nearby.

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Desktop & Windows 6 shortcuts

Open Start menu

Win

Open Settings

Win+I

Open File Explorer

Win+E

Show desktop

Win+D

Lock PC

Win+L

Switch apps

Alt+Tab

Window Management 5 shortcuts

Snap window left

Win+←

Snap window right

Win+→

Maximize window

Win+↑

Minimize window

Win+↓

Open snap layouts

Win+Z

Screenshots & Clipboard 4 shortcuts

Screenshot area

Win+Shift+S

Copy screen to clipboard

PrtScn

Clipboard history

Win+V

Emoji panel

Win+.

Virtual Desktops 5 shortcuts

Task view

Win+Tab

New virtual desktop

Win+Ctrl+D

Close virtual desktop

Win+Ctrl+F4

Move to next desktop

Win+Ctrl+→

Move to previous desktop

Win+Ctrl+←

Frequently asked questions

What is the fastest way to find Windows shortcuts on this page?

Use the search box or press /, then type an action such as open start menu.

Can I print this Windows shortcut cheat sheet?

Yes. Use the Print / PDF button or your browser print command to save a compact cheat sheet.

Does this page include Windows and Mac shortcuts for Windows?

Yes. Use the OS tabs to switch between Windows and macOS shortcuts. For example, Open Start menu is Win on Windows and — on macOS where available.

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Windows shortcuts worth learning first

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