Top Windows 8 Shortcut Keys

Knowing at least some of the Windows 8 keyboard shortcuts will make your Windows 8 experience much more enjoyable. Try to memorize these top Windows 8 shortcut keys.

Windows key - Open the Start screen or switch to the Desktop (If already open).

Windows key + D - Windows Desktop.

Windows key + . - Pin and unpin Windows apps on the side of the screen.

Windows key + X - Open the power user menu, which gives you access to many of the features (Device Manager and Command Prompt)

Windows key + C - Open the Charms.

Windows key + I - Open the Settings, which is the same Settings found in Charms.

Windows key + print screen - Create a screen shot, which is automatically saved into your My Pictures folder.

Press and hold the Windows key + Tab - Show open apps.