Windows shortcuts keys Windows key - open and close start menu Win + a - open action counter Win + b - highlight the notification area Win + c - launch cortana into listening mode Win + d - switch between show desktop Win + e - launch file explorer Win + h - open the share charm Win + i - open the settings app Win + k - open the connect pane to connect to wireless displays and audio devices Win + l - look the device and go to the lock screen Win + m - switch to the desktop and minimize all open windows Win + o - look device orientation Win + p - open project plane Win + r - display the run dialogue box Win + s - launch cortana , users can begin to type a query immediately Win + t - cycle through the apps on the taskbar Win + u - launch the ease of access center Win + v - cycles through the notifications Win + x - open the advanced menu in the lower left corner of the screen Win + z - open the app specific command bar Win + enter - l...