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48 apps · 1,483 keyboard shortcuts

Browse keyboard shortcuts for 48 Windows applications, totaling 1,483+ shortcuts. Every shortcut is sourced from official documentation and organized by category. Click on any app to see its full shortcut reference, filter by action, or download a PDF cheat sheet.

Keyboard shortcuts are essential for working efficiently on Windows. Whether you're switching between apps, editing documents, or managing files, knowing the right key combination saves you time and keeps you in flow. This directory is updated regularly as apps add new features and shortcuts.

Modifier Keys Reference

Ctrl
Control

The primary modifier key on Windows. Used for most shortcuts like Copy (Ctrl+C), Paste (Ctrl+V), and Save (Ctrl+S).

Alt
Alternate

Accesses menu bar shortcuts, switches windows (Alt+Tab), and provides alternate actions in many apps.

Shift
Shift

Extends selections, reverses actions, or accesses alternate functions. Ctrl+Shift+Z is Redo in many apps.

⊞ Win
Windows

Opens the Start menu, and is combined with other keys for system-level shortcuts like Win+D (show desktop).