Whether you’re a student, blogger, or office worker, these clever computer tricks can save you time, boost productivity, and make you feel like a tech wizard. 🧙♂️
1. 🧠 Undo Almost Anything with Ctrl + Z
Accidentally deleted a file or removed text? Ctrl + Z works in most places—even file explorer!
2. 📂 Quickly Switch Between Tabs – Ctrl + Tab
Use Ctrl + Tab to cycle through browser tabs like a boss.
Use Ctrl + Shift + T to reopen closed tabs (lifesaver!).
3. 🔒 Lock Your PC Instantly – Windows + L
Leaving your desk? Hit Win + L to lock your screen instantly for privacy.
4. 📄 Use Notepad as a Quick Diary or Coding Pad
Simple, lightweight, and no distractions. Great for quick notes, drafts, or even writing HTML/CSS.
5. 📷 Take Screenshots Without Any Software
- Full screen:
PrtScn
- Active window:
Alt + PrtScn
- Select area:
Windows + Shift + S(Snip tool)
6. ⏱️ Schedule Your PC to Shut Down Automatically
Run this in CMD:
shutdown -s -t 3600(Shuts down in 1 hour = 3600 seconds)
7. 📁 Rename Multiple Files at Once
Select multiple files → Right-click → Rename one → All get renamed in sequence (e.g., Image (1), Image (2), etc.)
8. 🌐 Open Links in a New Tab with Mouse Middle Click
No need to right-click > open in new tab. Just click the scroll wheel!
9. 📅 Create an Undeletable Folder
Try naming a folder “con” — Windows won’t allow it! (because it’s a reserved system word)
10. 🔎 Find Any Word on a Page – Ctrl + F
Hit Ctrl + F and type a word to find it instantly in any webpage, doc, or PDF.
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