Here are 100 tips and tricks for Windows 10 and 11.

 

General Productivity

1. Press Windows + E to instantly open File Explorer.

2. Press Windows + D to show or hide the desktop.

3. Press Windows + L to lock your computer quickly.

4. Press Alt + Tab to switch between open apps.

5. Press Windows + Tab to open Task View and see all desktops.

6. Use Virtual Desktops to separate work, personal, and projects.

7. Press Windows + Ctrl + D to create a new virtual desktop.

8. Press Windows + Ctrl + Left/Right to switch desktops.

9. Press Windows + M to minimize all windows.

10. Press Windows + Shift + M to restore minimized windows.

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File Explorer Tricks

11. Press Ctrl + Shift + N to create a new folder instantly.

12. Press Alt + Enter to open file properties.

13. Enable file extensions in File Explorer View settings.

14. Use Quick Access to pin frequently used folders.

15. Press F2 to rename files quickly.

16. Press F3 to search in a folder.

17. Press Alt + Left Arrow to go back in folders.

18. Press Alt + Right Arrow to go forward.

19. Use Shift + Delete to permanently delete files.

20. Use Ctrl + Mouse Wheel to resize icons in folders.

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Screenshot and Capture Tools

21. Press Windows + Shift + S to open the Snipping Tool.

22. Press Windows + Print Screen to save a screenshot automatically.

23. Press Alt + Print Screen to capture the active window only.

24. Use Snipping Tool delay to capture menus.

25. Use screen recording in Snipping Tool for tutorials.

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System Management

26. Press Windows + X to open the power user menu.

27. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager instantly.

28. Use Startup Apps in Task Manager to speed up boot time.

29. Press Windows + Pause/Break to open system info.

30. Use Disk Cleanup to free storage space.

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Windows Search Tricks

31. Press Windows + S to search instantly.

32. Type calc to open calculator quickly.

33. Type cmd to open command prompt.

34. Type powershell for advanced administration.

35. Use search to launch apps faster than browsing.

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Clipboard Features

36. Press Windows + V to open clipboard history.

37. Enable clipboard history in settings.

38. Pin frequently used clipboard items.

39. Copy emojis from clipboard panel.

40. Sync clipboard across multiple Windows devices.

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Window Management

41. Drag a window to the top of the screen to maximize it.

42. Drag to the left or right edge to snap windows.

43. Press Windows + Left/Right Arrow to snap windows.

44. Press Windows + Up Arrow to maximize a window.

45. Press Windows + Down Arrow to minimize.

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Performance Improvements

46. Disable unnecessary startup programs.

47. Turn off background apps you don’t use.

48. Use Storage Sense to auto clean files.

49. Uninstall unused programs regularly.

50. Restart occasionally instead of leaving PC on forever.

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Hidden Tools

51. Run msconfig to manage boot options.

52. Run services.msc to manage Windows services.

53. Run eventvwr to view system logs.

54. Run taskschd.msc to manage scheduled tasks.

55. Run diskmgmt.msc to manage partitions.

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Networking Tricks

56. Run ipconfig /all to view network configuration.

57. Run ipconfig /flushdns to fix DNS issues.

58. Use netstat -an to view open connections.

59. Use ping google.com to test internet connectivity.

60. Reset network using Settings → Network Reset.

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Security Tips

61. Enable Windows Hello for facial recognition or PIN login.

62. Turn on BitLocker for drive encryption.

63. Enable Windows Defender real-time protection.

64. Use Controlled Folder Access to stop ransomware.

65. Regularly install Windows updates.

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Keyboard Shortcuts Power Users Love

66. Windows + R opens the Run dialog.

67. Ctrl + Shift + Esc opens Task Manager instantly.

68. Ctrl + Alt + Delete opens security options.

69. Ctrl + C / Ctrl + V copy and paste.

70. Ctrl + Z undo last action.

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File Management Tricks

71. Select multiple files using Ctrl + click.

72. Select ranges with Shift + click.

73. Press Ctrl + A to select all files.

74. Use compressed folders (zip) to reduce file size.

75. Use OneDrive to sync files automatically.

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Windows Customization

76. Change accent colors in Personalization settings.

77. Use dark mode to reduce eye strain.

78. Customize the taskbar icons.

79. Hide unused taskbar items.

80. Use dynamic wallpapers.

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Useful Built-In Apps

81. Use Windows Terminal for multiple shells.

82. Use Notepad tabs (new in recent Windows versions).

83. Use Voice Typing (Windows + H) for dictation.

84. Use Focus Assist to block notifications.

85. Use Phone Link to connect Android or iPhone.

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Advanced Windows Tricks

86. Use God Mode to access advanced control panel tools.

87. Create God Mode folder:
    New Folder → rename to: GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}

88. Use PowerToys for advanced productivity tools.

89. Use FancyZones for advanced window snapping.

90. Use Keyboard Manager to remap keys.

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Troubleshooting Tips

91. Run sfc /scannow to repair system files.

92. Run DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth to fix Windows image.

93. Use System Restore if updates break things.

94. Boot into Safe Mode for troubleshooting.

95. Check Reliability Monitor for system issues.

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Hidden Productivity Features

96. Use Quick Assist for remote help.

97. Use Nearby Sharing for file transfers.

98. Use Night Light to reduce blue light.

99. Enable Snap Layouts for better multitasking.

100. Use Windows Backup to protect files and settings.