- Virtual Desktops:
- Use virtual desktops to organize your workspace. Press
Win + Ctrl + D
to create a new desktop andWin + Ctrl + Left/Right Arrow
to switch between them.
- Use virtual desktops to organize your workspace. Press
- Snap Assist:
- Snap windows to the sides of the screen using
Win + Left/Right Arrow
. UseWin + Up Arrow
to maximize, andWin + Down Arrow
to minimize.
- Snap windows to the sides of the screen using
- Cortana:
- Utilize Cortana, Windows 10’s virtual assistant, for voice commands, reminders, and quick searches. You can activate it by clicking the microphone icon or using
Win + C
.
- Utilize Cortana, Windows 10’s virtual assistant, for voice commands, reminders, and quick searches. You can activate it by clicking the microphone icon or using
- Task View:
- Access Task View by pressing
Win + Tab
to see all your open windows and virtual desktops. It helps you switch between tasks more efficiently.
- Access Task View by pressing
- File Explorer Quick Access:
- Customize Quick Access in File Explorer for easy access to frequently used folders. Right-click on folders and select “Pin to Quick Access.”
- Snipping Tool and Snip & Sketch:
- Use the Snipping Tool (
Win + Shift + S
) or Snip & Sketch (Win + Shift + 4
) to capture screenshots and annotate them.
- Use the Snipping Tool (
- Night Light:
- Protect your eyes from blue light by enabling Night Light (
Win + I
> System > Display). You can schedule it for specific hours.
- Protect your eyes from blue light by enabling Night Light (
-
- Create a shortcut to “God Mode,” a centralized control panel. Create a new folder and rename it to:God Mode: GodMode.{ED7BA470–8E54–465E–825C–99712043E01C}
- Dynamic Lock:
- Automatically lock your PC when you’re away using Dynamic Lock. Go to
Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options
and enable “Dynamic lock.”
- Automatically lock your PC when you’re away using Dynamic Lock. Go to
- Windows Key Shortcuts:
- Explore various Windows key shortcuts, such as
Win + X
for the power user menu,Win + E
for File Explorer, andWin + I
for Settings.
- Explore various Windows key shortcuts, such as
- Focus Assist:
- Minimize distractions by using Focus Assist (
Win + A
). You can customize settings to limit notifications during specific hours or activities.
- Minimize distractions by using Focus Assist (
- Taskbar Customization:
- Right-click on the taskbar to access settings for taskbar properties, such as locking it, hiding it, or customizing toolbars.
- Command Prompt and PowerShell Tricks:
- Explore powerful commands and scripts in Command Prompt or PowerShell. Run them as an administrator for system-level changes.
- Windows Defender Security Center:
- Windows 10 includes built-in security features. Access Windows Defender Security Center (
Win + I
> Update & Security > Windows Security) for antivirus and threat protection.
- Windows 10 includes built-in security features. Access Windows Defender Security Center (
- Game Bar:
- Use the Game Bar (
Win + G
) for in-game recording, broadcasting, and capturing screenshots.
- Use the Game Bar (
These are just a few tips to enhance your Windows 10 experience. Windows 10 continually receives updates, so exploring new features and improvements can also contribute to a better user experience.