Windows 8 and 8.1 Shortcut Keys

Windows 8 & 8.1 keyboard Shortcuts Keys

Following are some useful Shortcut Keys for Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 which surely help you in daily use.

Windows key to open the Start screen or switch to the Desktop (if open).
Windows key + D opens the Windows Desktop.
Windows key + . to pin and unpin Windows apps on the side of the screen.
Windows key + X to open the power user menu, which gives you access to many of the features most power users would want.
Windows key + C to open the Charms.
Windows key + I to open the Settings, which is the same Settings found in Charms.
Windows key + Tab to show open apps.
Windows key + Print screen to create a screen shot, which is automatically saved into your My Pictures folder.