Frequently Asked Question

Windows 8 Keyboard Shortcuts

1. Press the Windows key to open the Start screen or switch to the Desktop (if open).

2. Press the Windows key + D to open the Windows Desktop.

3. Press the Windows key + X to open the power user menu. which gives you access to many of the features most power users would want (e.g. Device manager and Command Prompt).

4. Press the Windows key + C to open the Charms.

5. Press the Windows key + I to open the settings, which is the same settings found in Charms.

6. Press the Windows key + Print Screen to create a screen shot, which is automatically saved into your My Pictures folder.