How to control the computer desktop with a keyboard

Feb 16,2025

Keyboard control of the computer desktop is an efficient way of operation, especially when there is no mouse. Here are some commonly used keyboard shortcuts and operation methods for controlling the desktop of a Windows system computer: 1. Basic operations

1. Open the Start menu: Press the Windows key directly (usually located in the bottom left corner of the keyboard with the Windows logo).

2. Display desktop: Windows key+D, one click switch to desktop, press again to return to the previous window.

3. Lock computer: Windows key+L, quickly lock the computer, protect privacy and security.

4. Switch windows: Alt + Tab, Quickly switch between multiple open windows.

5. Open Task Manager: Ctrl + Shift + Esc, Assist in managing running programs and processes. 2、 Navigation and Selection

1. Directional keys: Use directional keys (up, down, left, right) to navigate through menus, folders, and web pages.

2 Tab key: Switch focus between dialog boxes, forms, and web page elements.

3. Spacebar: In some cases, the spacebar can be used as a shortcut to select or activate the current focus.

4 Enter key: Open the selected project or launch the program. 3、 Text manipulation

Although this does not directly control the desktop, it is very useful when dealing with text on the desktop, such as file names, search boxes, etc.:

1. Move cursor: Use the directional keys to move the cursor within the text.

2. Select text: Shift+arrow keys, select the text between the cursor.

3. Copy/Paste/Cut: Ctrl+C (copy), Ctrl+V (paste), Ctrl+X (cut), these shortcut keys are equally effective when processing text on the desktop. 4、 Other commonly used shortcut keys

1 Win+E: Open File Explorer to quickly access files and folders.

2 Win+R: Open the run dialog box and enter commands to quickly start the program or service.

3 Win+S: Open the search bar to quickly find files, applications, or settings.

4 Win+arrow keys: Maximize, minimize, and move the current window to the left or right side of the screen to achieve split screen operation.

5 Alt+F4: Close the current window quickly, whether it's an application or a dialog box.

6 F5: Press the F5 key in a blank space on the desktop to refresh the desktop icon. 5、 Precautions

-Different operating system versions (such as Windows 10, Windows 11, etc.) and different applications may support slightly different shortcut key combinations.

-Some keyboards (especially those with additional function keys) or software may provide additional shortcut key functions, please refer to the keyboard or software manual for specific details.

By mastering these keyboard shortcuts and operation methods proficiently, you can easily control the Windows desktop without a mouse, complete various daily operations, and improve work efficiency and user experience.