Use these Windows keystroke shortcuts to handle common activities, such as cutting and pasting text, quickly and easily, or to open key windows.
Key or Keystroke Combination | Effect |
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Ctrl+X | Cuts the selected text or object |
Ctrl+C | Copies the selected text or object |
Ctrl+V | Pastes copied or cut text or object |
Ctrl+Z | Undoes the previous action |
Alt+Tab | Switches between currently open app |
Windows Key | Displays the Start menu |
Win+S | Opens Cortana |
Win+C | Opens Cortana in Listening mode |
Win+I | Displays the Settings window |
Win+L | Displays the Lock screen |
Win+X | Display the Desktop menu |
Win+A | Displays the Action Center |
Win+E | Displays File Explorer |
Win+Tab | Displays Task View |