Application Short cuts Keys
Application shortcuts on a computer are quick ways to launch or perform actions within
Software programs or applications.
These shortcuts can save you time and make your computing experience more efficient.
Here are some common types of application shortcuts:
Desktop Shortcuts: These are icons on your computer's desktop that represent specific
applications or files. Double-clicking on these icons opens the associated program or file.
Keyboard Shortcuts: Keyboard shortcuts involve pressing specific key combinations to
perform tasks within an application. Some common keyboard shortcuts include:
Ctrl+C (or Command+C on Mac): Copy selected text or objects.
Ctrl+X (or Command+X on Mac): Cut selected text or objects.
Ctrl+V (or Command+V on Mac): Paste copied or cut text or objects
.
Ctrl+S (or Command+S on Mac): Save the current document or project.
Ctrl+Z (or Command+Z on Mac): Undo the last action.
Ctrl+Y (or Command+Y on Mac): Redo the last undone action.
Ctrl+P (or Command+P on Mac): Print the current document.
Start Menu (Windows) or Dock (Mac) Shortcuts: On Windows, you can pin frequently used
Applications to the Start Menu for quick access. On Mac, you can do the same by adding applications to the Dock.
Taskbar (Windows) or Menu Bar (Mac) Shortcuts: The taskbar in Windows and the menu bar in Mac OS often have shortcuts to frequently used functions or options within applications.
Application-specific Shortcuts: Many software applications have their own set of keyboard
shortcuts for common tasks. For example, in Microsoft Word, Ctrl+B is used to bold text,
while in Adobe Photoshop, Ctrl+Z is used to zoom in
Custom Shortcuts: Some operating systems allow you to create custom keyboard shortcuts
for launching applications or performing specific actions.
For example, on Windows, you can use the "Auto Hotkey" software to create custom
keyboard shortcuts.
Search Bar or Spotlight (Mac) Shortcuts: You can use the search bar on Windows or
Spotlight on Mac to quickly find and launch applications by typing their names.
Context Menu Shortcuts: Right-clicking on files, folders, or objects often opens a context
menu with shortcuts to various actions you can perform on them.
Browser Shortcuts: Web browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Edge have keyboard shortcuts
for navigation and various functions. For example, Ctrl+T (or Command+T on Mac) opens
a new tab in most web browsers.
System-wide Shortcuts: Some keyboard shortcuts work across the entire operating system.
For instance, Alt+Tab (Windows) or Command+Tab (Mac) allows you to switch between
open applications.
The availability and functionality of shortcuts can vary depending on your operating system
and the software you're using.
It's a good idea to familiarize yourself with the specific shortcuts for the applications you
use regularly, as they can significantly improve your workflow and productivity.
