Tip 1: Grab it, hold it, and shake it!
In our fast-paced digital world, managing multiple open windows can become a hassle. If you find yourself overwhelmed by numerous open applications or browser tabs, there’s a simple trick that can help you focus on what matters most without the need to minimize each window individually.
Click on the title bar of the window you want to keep open. This can be any application or document you’re working on.
Once the window is active, click and hold the title bar with your mouse. While holding down the mouse button, quickly shake the window back and forth. This means moving your mouse left and right rapidly while holding the window.
As you shake the window, all other open windows will minimize to the taskbar, leaving only the window you’re shaking visible. This allows you to concentrate on your work without distractions.
If you want to bring back the other windows, simply shake the window again, or click on any of the minimized applications in the taskbar.
Managing multiple windows doesn’t have to be a tedious task. By using the shake to minimize technique, you can streamline your workflow and create a more organized digital environment. Give it a try the next time your screen is cluttered, and enjoy a tidier workspace!
Tip 2: Press the Window key and Period(.) to use emoji in any app.
Hold down the Windows key (usually located between the Ctrl and Alt keys) and then press the Period (.) key. This will open the emoji panel.
After selecting your emoji, you can simply click anywhere outside the emoji panel or press the Esc key to close it.
Tip 3:Slide to shut down.
If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to shut down your Windows PC, you can create a shortcut that allows you to “slide to shut down.”
Start by right-clicking anywhere on your desktop. This will open a context menu with various options. In the context menu, hover over the option labeled “New.” This will reveal a sub-menu. Click on “Shortcut” from the sub-menu. This will open the “Create Shortcut” wizard. When prompted to name your shortcut, you can call it “Slide to Shutdown” or simply “slidetoshutdown.exe.”
Choose a name that makes it easy for you to recognize. To shut down your PC using this shortcut, simply double-click the “Slide to Shutdown” icon on your desktop. A sliding interface will appear, allowing you to shut down your PC by dragging the icon to the bottom of the screen.
Tip4: Set Up a Keyboard Shortcut for Your Favorite Software
If you frequently use a particular software application, creating a keyboard shortcut can save you time and make your workflow more efficient. Here’s a quick guide on how to set up a custom keyboard shortcut to open your favorite program.
Right-click on the application and select “Properties.”In the Properties window, click on the “Shortcut” tab. This tab contains options related to the shortcut key.
In the “Shortcut key” field, click to place your cursor there. Now, press the key combination you want to use as your shortcut. For example, if you want to use Ctrl + Alt + S, just press those keys together. After setting your desired shortcut key, click “Apply,” then click “OK” to close the Properties window.
To test the shortcut, simply press the key combination you set. The software should launch immediately.
Tip 5: Shortcut Ctrl + Shift + T
The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + T is commonly used in web browsers to reopen the last closed tab. If you press this combination multiple times, it will continue to reopen previously closed tabs in the order they were closed. This feature is helpful for quickly recovering tabs you may have accidentally closed during your browsing session.