Below is a listing of Windows keys that can be used on computers running a Microsoft Windows operating system and using a keyboard with a Windows key. In the below list of shortcuts the windows key is represented by "Windows Key"( Flag Symbol on key).
| Shortcut Keys | Description |
| Windows Key + D | Minimizes all windows and returns the user to the desktop. |
| Windows Key + M | Minimizes all windows. |
| Windows Key + SHIFT + M | Undo the minimize. |
| Windows Key + E | Open Microsoft Explorer. |
| Windows Key + Tab | Cycle through open programs through the taskbar. |
| Windows Key + F | Display the Windows Search / Find feature. |
| Windows Key + CTRL + F | Display the search for computers window. |
| Windows Key + F1 | Display the Microsoft Windows help. |
| Windows Key + R | Open the run window. |
| Windows Key + Pause / Break key | Open the system properties window. |
| Windows Key + U | Open Utility Manager. |
| Windows Key + L | Lock the computer (Windows XP and above only |