Basic computer shortcut you should know

windows logo key on the keyboard

Windows logo key  to   Open or close the Start menu.
Windows logo key +Pause   to     Display the System Properties dialog box.
Windows logo key +D  to Display the desktop.
Windows logo key +M  to Minimize all windows.
Windows logo key +Shift+M   to    Restore minimized windows to the desktop.
Windows logo key +E  to    Open Computer.
Windows logo key +F  to    Search for a file or folder.
Ctrl+Windows logo key +F  to    Search for computers (if you're on a network).
Windows logo key +L to    Lock your computer or switch users.
Windows logo key +R    to   Open the Run dialog box.
Windows logo key +T  to    Cycle through programs on the taskbar.
Windows logo key +Tab  to     Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Aero Flip 3-D.
Ctrl+Windows logo key +Tab   To view opened programs on the task bar Aero Flip 3-D.
Windows logo key +Spacebar  to    Preview the desktop.
Windows logo key +Up Arrow  to   Maximize the window.
Windows logo key +Left Arrow  to     Maximize the window to the left side of the screen.
Windows logo key +Right Arrow  to    Maximize the window to the right side of the screen.
Windows logo key +Down Arro  to    Minimize the window.
Windows logo key +Home  to   Minimize all but the active window.

How To create a Folder on the Desktop

Follow these steps to create a folder on the Desktop of your computer.
1. Right click on the free space of your Desktop.
2. Rest the pointer on the option New in the pop-up context menu. Notice a second menu that is displayed.
Fig. 2.16: Selecting New and Folder to create a Folder
3. In this second menu click on the option Folder. Notice that a folder icon (with the highlighted text New Folder in a box) is displayed on the Desktop.

4. Click inside the box containing the highlighted text New Folder, delete the text New Folder and type the name that you want to give your newly created folder.
5. Click anywhere on the free space or press the Enter key.

To create a Shortcut on the Desktop

1. Right-click the item that you want to create a shortcut for. Notice the menu that pops up.
2. In the menu point to the option Send To. Notice that another menu is displayed.
3. In this menu click Desktop (create shortcut). The shortcut icon appears on your desktop.

How to speed up computer/Laptop:

Procedure as follows

• Protection a strange antivirus
• Keep always Empty the Recycle Bin
• Delete Your unused data, image, file and Holder
• Keep 30% Free space Heard Desk
• Clean Your Computer’s Windows Registry
• Uninstall and Remove Unneeded Programs
• Go “RUN” option and type “tree” and > ENTER
• Go “RUN” option and type “%TEMP%” and > ENTER
• Maintenance e-Safety rules when use internet.

How to format a flash drive using cmd

The procedure is as follows:

• Connect the USB flash drive to your PC.
• Click on Start > Run > Type cmd and click on OK.
  • Assuming the letter assigned to the USB flash drive is G, type the following command:
• format /q /x G: and press Enter.
• The q parameter stands for quick format
• The x parameter forces the selected volume to dismount, if needed.
• NB: Don't forget to replace the letter "G" with your drive letter.
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