Windows or desktop productivity keyboard shortcuts?

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some excellent Windows and desktop productivity shortcuts to boost your efficiency:

1. Windows Key + D: Minimize all windows and show the desktop.
2. Ctrl + E: Focus on the address bar in File Explorer or browsers.
3. Windows Key + E: Open File Explorer.
4. Windows Key + L: Lock your computer (perfect for quick breaks).
5. Alt + Tab: Switch between open applications.
6. Windows Key + Arrow Keys: Snap windows to the sides or maximize/minimize them.
7. Ctrl + Shift + T: Reopen a recently closed browser tab.
8. Ctrl + W: Close the current tab or window.
9. Ctrl + Arrow Keys: Navigate through text quickly; add Shift to highlight text while navigating.
10. Alt + F4: Close the current application or window.
11. Windows Key + Number (1-9): Open or switch to the application pinned to the taskbar in the corresponding position.
12. Windows Key + Shift + S: Take a screenshot of a selected area.
13. Ctrl + Shift + Esc: Open Task Manager directly.
14. Windows Key + R: Open the Run dialog box.
15. Windows Key + P: Adjust display settings for multiple monitors.

For more advanced shortcuts, you can explore combinations like Alt + E + S for paste special in Excel or Alt + H + O + I for auto-fitting column width. These shortcuts can save you significant time over your career. For further tips, check out the discussion here: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/real-estate/common-hotkeys-what-d…</a">Common Hotkeys - What do you use?.

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