Useful Window Tricks

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Sure, here are some tricks and tips related to Windows:

1. Keyboard Shortcuts:

• Windows key + D: Show or hide the desktop.
• Windows key + L: Lock your computer.
• Alt + Tab: Switch between open applications.

1. Snapping Windows:

• Windows key + Left/Right arrow: Snap the current window to the left or right half of the screen.
• Windows key + Up arrow: Maximize the current window.

1. Virtual Desktops:

• Windows key + Tab: Open Task View to manage virtual desktops.

1. Taskbar Customization:

• Right-click the taskbar to access options like Taskbar settings and Toolbars.

1. File Explorer Tricks:

• Alt + Enter on a file or folder: Display its properties.
• Alt + D: Select the address bar for quick navigation.

1. Quick Access and Recent Files:

• File Explorer’s Quick Access shows frequently used folders and recent files.

1. Search:

• Windows key + S: Open the search bar for quick file and app searching.

1. Clipboard History:

• Windows key + V: Access clipboard history to paste previously copied items.

1. Night Light:

• Settings > System > Display > Night light: Reduce blue light for better sleep.

1. God Mode:
   • Create a new folder and rename it to: GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}. It grants access to many system settings in one place.
2. Task Manager:
   • Ctrl + Shift + Esc: Open Task Manager to monitor and manage running processes.
3. Shake to Minimize:
   • Click and drag a window title bar, then shake the window to minimize all other open windows.

These are just a few handy tricks. Windows has many features and shortcuts to explore and customize to suit your needs.