Navigate Windows 8 Using Keyboard Shortcuts

Microsoft’s new operating system, Windows 8 has a Start Screen rather

than a Start Menu. You will find your favorite software programs, device

apps, and computer settings on the Start Screen. When a software

program or application is

opened, the Windows 8

desktop looks identical to

the traditional computer

desktop from previous

Microsoft operating

systems.

As you open software applications, right click each software application

icon on the Windows Task Bar (traditional Windows Desktop view), and

select Pin to Task Bar. This will provide easy access to each of your most

frequently opened applications.

To quickly navigate back to the Start Screen, simply strike

the Windows Key, taking you back to the Windows 8 Start

Screen.

To return to the Windows Desktop, hold down the Windows Key and strike

the “D” Key. The Windows Desktop and any open applications will be

available for easy access.

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Windows 8 can be easily navigated using Keyboard Shortcuts. Here are

several of my favorite Windows 8 Keyboard Shortcuts:

Windows Key + C Displays Charms

Windows Key + X Displays Advanced System Options i.e. Control Panel

Windows Key + Q Displays Apps Search Menu Windows Key + D Displays Desktop Mode (Traditional Desktop) Windows Key + Tab Displays Task Switcher Windows Key + F Displays Search Files Windows Key + E Displays Computer View (Traditional Computer

View) Windows Key + Z Displays App Menu

For quick access to the Power Off function, use the Windows Key + C which

displays the Charms.

Find Software, Apps, and Files using the Windows Key + F.

Access configuration options in Windows Control Panel with the

Windows Key + X combination.

Using Windows 8 Keyboard Shortcuts will make you more efficient and will

enhance your computing experience.

Call the professionals at Coaching Computers when you upgrade to

Windows 8.

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