

While the above method works great for force-quitting programs on windows, sometimes, you might need a more powerful alternative. Also, once you press it, wait for Windows to respond before pressing it again. Otherwise, you might end up closing another program. This shortcut on Windows is particularly handy when the program is in full-screen mode or not responding.īefore using this shortcut, make sure the window you wish to force-close is active. For example, Windows logo key + 1 :: Launch the first shortcut in the Quick Launch menu.The easiest way to kill a program on Windows is to via the Alt + F4 shortcut.

Windows logo key + X :: Open Windows Mobility Center.Windows logo key + U :: Open Ease of Access Center.Windows logo key + G :: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets.Windows logo key + SPACEBAR :: Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar.CTRL+Windows logo key + TAB :: Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D.

Windows logo key + TAB :: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D.Windows logo key + T :: Cycle through programs on the taskbar.Windows logo key + R :: Open the Run dialog box.Windows logo key + L :: Lock your computer or switch users.CTRL+Windows logo key + F :: Search for computers (if you are on a network).Windows logo key + F :: Search for a file or folder.Windows logo key + SHIFT+M :: Restore minimized windows to the desktop.Windows logo key + M :: Minimize all windows.Windows logo key + D :: Display the desktop.Windows logo key + PAUSE :: Display the System Properties dialog box.Windows logo key + Left Arrow 2x :: Snap current window left across multiple monitors for side-by-side viewing.Windows logo key + Right Arrow Key :: Snap current window to left side of screen for side-by-side viewing.Windows logo key + Left Arrow Key :: Snap current window to left side of screen for side-by-side viewing.

Windows logo key :: Open or close the Start menu.It saves me a lot of time! Windows 7 and Windows Vista Keyboard Shortcuts F6 automatically selects your Address Bar for you. My personal favorite BTW – is the pressing F6 while using Internet Explorer. Take a look at the latest shortcut goodness! Editor Update - I just published a list of Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows 8 and Windows 10 Keyboard Shortcuts.
