The Professional’s Time-Saver
If you’re like most people, you probably feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. You’re always rushing to get things done and there never seems to be enough time to get everything done that you need to. Well, there’s good news! There is a way to increase your productivity and free up some of your time – by using keyboard shortcuts!
What are Keyboard Shortcuts?
Keyboard shortcuts are simply keystrokes that can be used in place of mouse clicks to perform common tasks. For example, instead of clicking the File menu and then selecting Save, you can press the Ctrl+S keys on your keyboard to save your work. Using keyboard shortcuts can help you work faster and more efficiently.
How to Use Keyboard Shortcuts?
There are two ways to use keyboard shortcuts: by memorising them or by using a cheat sheet. If you want to memorize them, the best way to do so is by practicing them regularly until they become second nature. You can also create a cheat sheet with all the shortcuts that you need and keep it handy so that you can refer to it when needed. Either way, using keyboard shortcuts will help you work faster and be more productive.
Benefits of Using Keyboard Shortcuts?
There are many benefits of using keyboard shortcuts, including:
-They help you work faster
-They help you avoid repetitive motion injuries
-They help you stay focused on your work
-They can help improve your overall productivity
| Description | Apple | PC |
| Search your computer | CMD + Space Bar | |
| Copy | CMD + C | Ctrl + C |
| Paste (highlight first) | CMD + V | Ctrl + V |
| Cut | CMD + X | Ctrl + X |
| Select All | CMD + A | Ctl + A |
| Move between open software | CMD + Tab | Ctrl + Tab |
| Select All | CMD + A | Ctrl + Tab |
| Save | CMD + S | Ctl + S |
| Undo | CMD + Z | Ctl + Z |
| Redo | CMD + Y | Ctl + Y |
| Open | CMD + O | Ctl + O |
| Close a window | CMD + W | Ctl + W |
| Open a Tab | CMD + T | Ctl + T |
| Find | CMD + F | Ctl + F |
| Open a Task Manager | CMD + Option + Esc | Ctrl + Alt + Delete |
| CMD + P | Ctl + P | |
| Full Screenshot | Shift + CMD + 3 | Ptrn Scr |
| Take a smaller Screenshot | Shift + CMD + 4 | |
| Screengrab videos | Shift + CMD + 5 | |
To use all those blue keys on your keyboard | FN Keys | |
So there you have it – everything you need to know about keyboard shortcuts! By memorising or referring to a cheat sheet of commonly used shortcuts, you can start saving time and boost your productivity today. Give it a try – your future self will thank you!
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I had NO idea you could search your whole computer!! Saved the shortcut to a sticky so I won’t forget! Thanks for taking the time to create such a helpful guide 🙂
OMG, you have no idea how much trouble you have saved me. I’ve always wondered how I can perform quick actions while working on my blog. This guide is priceless!
Did not know about the name or option of some of these features! Thanks for teaching me something new! This can really help with efficiency!