Windows 8 is faster than older version of Windows, but is rife with behaviors and features that can confuse users. To make Windows 8 easier to use, here are some useful hotkeys:

• Press the Windows key to enter the Start screen
• Press Windows + E to open Windows explorer
• Press Windows + M to minimize all open windows on the desktop
• Press Windows + Tab to see the list of currently running applications
• Press Windows + D to access desktop
• Press Windows + Q to access a global search menu
• Press Windows + F to access a folder and file search
• Press Windows + “,” (comma) to make all open windows transparent
• Press Windows + “.” (period) to snap a window to the left or the right side
• Press Windows + R to open the Run box from where you can quickly launch applications using appropriate commands
• Press Windows + I to open the settings menu

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