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You should know these Spanish language keyboard shortcuts!
What is a Spanish language keyboard shortcut?
It seems complicated, but it is the simplest thing in the world, as simple as it will be to use from now on. A Spanish keyboard shortcut is a combination of keys that performs a function. These functions are usually pre-programmed, but you can set up your own combinations.
It´s known as a hotkey. In computing, it´s the equivalent of the abbreviations we use when writing. That is, you get to the end of a long path with just a couple of keystrokes.
Keyboard shortcuts are preconfigured, as we have already said, by a programmer or by the user of a computer application. Their development has been fantastic for those of us who spend a few hours a day on the pc.
Spanish words for keyboard shortcuts
In English, we know a couple of words used to designate it. Now let’s see what are the Spanish words for keyboard shortcuts.
- Atajo de teclado.
- Teclas de acceso rápido.
- Método abreviado de teclado.
- Combinación de teclas.
Although hotkey is an English word, it´s used in the Spanish language. Most computer programming is done in English.
How Spanish keyboard shortcuts work
The Spanish keyboard shortcuts will work perfectly as long as your keyboard is in the Spanish language. They also work if you have previously configured the language on your pc.
With the keyboard shortcuts, you can manage the mouse with one hand while executing various actions with the other hand. It gives you the facility to type simple and precise commands to take you to another window, save, move, delete, zoom, and much more.
Even if you have problems with your mouse, for example, and need to use only your keyboard, the shortcuts will be great for you. The secret is to learn and master them in Spanish.
To execute a shortcut in Windows, you only need to press the appropriate keys simultaneously. Shortcuts arise from the combination of the main key and one or more other keys.
The formula is primary key + secondary key. You must press and hold down the primary key, then press the secondary key. Now we will show you a small table with the most important primary keys.
- Ctrl: It´s usually located at the right and left ends of the keyboard.
- Shift: Used to type capital letters. It´s identified by an arrow pointing upwards. On many keyboards, this key is repeated and appears on both the right and left sides of the alphabetic keyboard.
- Windows: This is the key with the Windows logo located to the left of the space bar.
- Alt: It´s usually found next to the space bar. Do not confuse it with “Alt Gr”.
- Alt Gr: It´s located to the right of the space bar. As it´s not essential, some keyboards do not have it.
- F1-12: Function keys are located at the top of the keyboard.
- Tab: Usually located on the left side of the keyboard and is identified by two arrows in the opposite direction.
Keyboard shortcuts advantages
If you want to discover the keyboard shortcuts advantages, read on. In addition to the ones we will mention, you will discover new benefits as you use them.
- Speed: Speed must be present in many areas of our life. Especially when we are constantly working on a PC, there are crucial moments when speed is essential.
- Use both hands for more things: The use of both hands is important at any time. Whether you are writing a report, working on your thesis, or simply playing a game. While using the mouse with one hand, you can type shortcuts and perform more simultaneous actions.
- Keep your hands on the keyboard: Surely, it has happened to you that you have time running out and you can’t take your hands off the keyboard. But you need to save, open a new document, zoom in on an image, or anything else. Keyboard shortcuts allow you to do this without having to resort to the mouse to perform these actions.
Windows 10 Keyboard Shortcuts
Windows keyboard shortcuts have different functions and they are classified according to them. For now, take note of the main keyboard shortcuts for Windows and optimize your time on the pc.
Remember that these shortcuts are for Windows only. If you have version 10, you will be able to use them according to the following instructions.
General keyboard shortcuts
- Windows + F1: Show help (search online in Bing, open Edge).
- Windows (or Ctrl + Esc): Open Start menu; if you start typing, search is activated.
- Windows + L: Lock the PC.
- Alt + Shift: Switch between input languages (if more than one is configured).
- Windows + A: Open Action Center.
- Windows + B: Open the notification area of the taskbar.
- Windows + E: Open file explorer.
- Windows + Ctrl + F: Search for computers on the network.
- Windows + I: Open Windows settings.
- Windows + K: Connect to devices.
- Windows + P: Open dialog to expand screen on other monitors.
- Windows + Q: Open Cortana.
- Windows + R: Open “Run” pop-up window.
- Windows + S: Open search box.
- Windows + T: Switch between applications in the taskbar.
- Windows + U: Open the accessibility center page in settings.
- Windows + X: Open administrator menu.
- Windows + Space bar: Switch between installed input languages.
- Ctrl + Alt + Del: Direct access to lock, switch user, logout, and task manager actions.
- Ctrl + Shift + Esc: Open Task Manager.
- Windows + plus (+): Activate the magnifying glass [zoom with Windows + plus (+) and Windows + minus (-), exit with Windows + Esc].
- Windows + number: Start or bring to the foreground the program that is docked in the corresponding location of the taskbar.
- Windows + Shift + number: Start another session of the docked program in the corresponding location of the taskbar.
- Windows + Ctrl + Shift + number: Open a docked program in the corresponding location of the taskbar as administrator.
- Windows + Start: Minimize all inactive windows.
Window shortcuts
- Windows + D: Show and hide the desktop.
- Windows + M: Minimize all windows.
- Alt + F4: Close the active window or program.
- Windows +: Temporary preview of the desktop.
- Windows + left or right arrow: Maximize and fix the active window in the left or right half of the screen.
- Windows + Up arrow: Enlarge minimized screen, maximize normal screen.
- Windows + down arrow: Restore maximized screen, minimize the normal screen.
- Alt + Esc: Switch between all open windows.
- Alt + Tab: Show a view of all open windows (press Tab key again to switch windows).
- Windows + Tab: Show active applications.
Program shortcuts
- Ctrl + S: Save file.
- Ctrl + A: Select all.
- Ctrl + X: Cut selected element.
- Ctrl + C (or Ctrl + Ins): Copy selected element.
- Ctrl + V (or Shift + Ins): Paste selected element.
- Ctrl + Alt + V: Paste selected element and open paste options.
- Ctrl + Z: Undo changes.
- Ctrl + Y: Redo changes or execute the undone change.
- Ctrl + F: Open search.
- Alt/F10: Activate the menu bar in the active application.
- Alt + letter: Execute the command associated with that letter (underlined or highlighted).
- F3 (Explorer): Search for a file or folder.
- F4 (Explorer): Show address bar and address list.
- F5 (Explorer, browser): Refresh the active window.
- F6: Switch between interactive elements in a window or on the desktop.
- Alt + space bar: Open system menu of the active window.
- Windows + .: Insert emojis.
Shortcuts make it easy
When it comes to typing and performing different actions on your computer, shortcuts make it easy. From simple actions to the most complex ones that you might not have even imagined.
The advantage is that you don’t need to use both hands on them, just one will do. What you do need is to save them in a list where you can review them and memorize them. This way you won’t have to open the document every time you want to use a keyboard shortcut.
Take advantage of the time you will save on other activities. Learning and improving your language skills is something you should not miss!