Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts Every Employee Should Know

Boost Your Productivity with Keyboard Shortcuts

Master these Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts to work faster and more efficiently on your company laptop.

Essential Shortcuts

• Windows Key + D — Show/hide desktop (minimize all windows)
• Windows Key + E — Open File Explorer
• Windows Key + I — Open Settings
• Windows Key + L — Lock your computer (always do this when stepping away!)
• Windows Key + S — Open Search
• Windows Key + V — Open Clipboard History
• Windows Key + . (period) — Open emoji panel
• Windows Key + Shift + S — Take a screenshot (Snipping Tool)
• Alt + Tab — Switch between open windows
• Ctrl + Shift + Esc — Open Task Manager

Snap Layouts Shortcuts

• Windows Key + Z — Open Snap Layouts menu
• Windows Key + Left/Right Arrow — Snap window to left/right half
• Windows Key + Up/Down Arrow — Maximize/minimize window

Virtual Desktop Shortcuts

• Windows Key + Ctrl + D — Create a new virtual desktop
• Windows Key + Ctrl + Left/Right Arrow — Switch between desktops
• Windows Key + Ctrl + F4 — Close current virtual desktop

Tip: Print this guide and keep it at your desk until the shortcuts become second nature!