What Are the Basic Shortcuts or Gestures I Should Know?

For Windows Users

Here are some common shortcuts to make navigating Windows easier:

• Copy and Paste:

  • Copy: Ctrl + C
  • Paste: Ctrl + V

• Switch Between Open Apps:

  • Press Alt + Tab to cycle through open windows.

• Take a Screenshot:

  • Press Windows Key + PrtScn to capture the entire screen.
  • Use Windows Key + Shift + S to open the Snipping Tool for partial screenshots.

• Lock Your Screen:

  • Press Windows Key + L to lock your computer when stepping away.

• Search for Files or Apps:

  • Press Windows Key and start typing the app or file name.

For Mac Users

MacBook users can use these shortcuts and gestures to work more efficiently:

• Copy and Paste:

  • Copy: Command + C
  • Paste: Command + V

• Switch Between Open Apps:

  • Press Command + Tab to cycle through open applications.

• Take a Screenshot:

  • Full Screen: Command + Shift + 3
  • Selected Area: Command + Shift + 4, then drag to select.

• Spotlight Search:

  • Press Command + Space to quickly find files, apps, or settings.

• Trackpad Gestures:

  • Swipe Up with Three Fingers: Open Mission Control to see all open windows.
  • Pinch with Four Fingers: View the desktop.
  • Two-Finger Scroll: Scroll up or down on a page or document.