How to Use Keyboard Shortcuts, Symbols And Hotkeys

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Keyboard usage needs command on it's shortcuts, symbols and hotkeys.

Computers are an indispensable part of our daily life. Whether it is at home or at work, we simply can't imagine functioning without a computer. Managing time by using a computer as effectively as possible is one of the best ways we can save time and get more work done.

Using keyboard shortcuts is a great way to get your work done quickly and efficiently. Here you will get a list of keyboard shortcuts that will make using a computer not only easier, but even more fun than it already is.

Shortcuts for Browsers

Here the symbol '+' has been used. It means that you have to use the two or three keys together and not the + operator itself. For example: To save a file, press 'Ctrl' and 'S' keys together.

Computer Keyboard Symbols and Shortcuts

Functions Related to Files

Ctrl + S = To save a file Ctrl + N = To create a new document Ctrl + O = To open an existing file Ctrl + P = To print a file or folder Ctrl + W = To close an open file or folder

Functions Related to Paragraph Alignment

Ctrl + J = To justify a paragraph Ctrl + L = To left align a paragraph Ctrl + R = To right align a paragraph Ctrl + E = To center align a paragraph

Functions Related to Line Spacing

Ctrl + 1 = For single line spacing Ctrl + 2 = For double line spacing Ctrl + 5 = For 1 ½ line spacing

Functions Related to Font Styles (when text is selected)

Ctrl + B = For bold Ctrl + I = For Italic Ctrl + U = To underline

Functions Related to Page Scrolling

Ctrl + Home = To reach the top of the document Ctrl + End = To reach the bottom of the document

Functions Related to Editing

Ctrl + A = To select all Ctrl + X = To cut Ctrl + C = To copy Ctrl + V = To paste Ctrl + F = To find Ctrl + H = To find and release Ctrl + Z = To undo Ctrl + Y = To redo

Functions Using The Alt Key

Alt + 0176 = Degrees Alt + 0162 = For the symbol ¢ Alt + 0188 = For the fraction ¼ Alt + 0189 = For the fraction ½ Alt + 0190 = For the fraction ¾ Alt + 0163 = For the symbol £ Alt + 0169 = For the symbol © Alt + 0174 = For the symbol ® Alt + 0165 = For the symbol ¥

Alt + 0177 = For the symbol ± Alt + 0247 = For the symbol ÷ Alt + 0166 = For the symbol ¦ Alt + 0149 = For the symbol • Alt + 0134 = For the symbol † Alt + 0227 = For the symbol ã Alt + 0151 = For the symbol - Alt + 0150 = For the symbol -

More PC Keyboard Shortcuts

Windows Key + E = Opens Windows Explorer Windows Key + F = Finds files and folders Windows Key + R = The Run command is brought up Windows Key + Pause/Break = Will take you to the systems profile Windows Key + D = Helps you toggle between the desktop and the other thing you are working on

Ctrl + Page Up or Ctrl + Shift + Tab = To switch between tabs from right to left on a web page F1 = For help F7 = For spell check Shift + F7 =For thesaurus F12 = To save as.. Alt + F4 = To exit the program Ctrl + Alt + Del = To break out of a lockup and open task manager

Some of these shortcut keys may be browser specific. The knowledge listed here will also help you with your Mac computer. All you need to do is use the Command key instead of the Control key.