Appendix A: Windows 10 Shortcut Keys
Table A-1. Keys with No Modifier
Key | Function |
|---|---|
Space | Selects or clears the active check box |
Tab | Moves forward through the options |
Esc | Cancel |
NumLock | Holds for 5 seconds: ToggleKeys |
Del | Deletes the file (File Explorer) |
Left arrow | Opens the previous menu or close submenu |
Right arrow | Opens the next menu of the open submenu |
F1 | Displays help (if available) |
F2 | Renames the item |
F3 | Searches for the next instance in a search |
F4 | Displays the items in active list |
F5 | Refresh |
Table A-2. Windows Logo Key Combinations
Windows Logo Key+ | Function |
|---|---|
No other key | Toggles the Start menu |
PrtScr | Capture screenshot (saved in Pictures as screenshot.png, screenshot(1).png, screenshot(2).png, etc.) |
A | Opens the Action Center |
C | Opens Cortana Voice Input |
D | Adds a virtual ... |
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