Tuesday Tech Tidbit--1-12-2016
A quick look at great technology to make your life easier
Windows short cuts
If you use Windows regularly, you might be like me. I know a couple keyboard shortcuts and they sure make life a lot easier but I'm sure there are some I don't know that could make life even easier. Take a look at these shortcuts and hopefully you will find some you didn't know about.
Working in 2 screens at once
Do you want to work in multiple windows at the same time? Hold down the Windows button and either arrow to move your current window to the selected side and just like that you can see two windows at the same time.
Back to desktop quickly
By pressing the Windows key at the same time you hold down the D, it will quickly minimize your current screen and take you to your desktop.
One step locking
Press down the Windows key and the L key at the same time and you will lock your computer in one quick step.
Maximize/Minimize
If you need to maximize or minimize your screen, you can hold down the Windows button and the up or down key to maximize or minimize to your liking.
Projector Issues
Have you ever had problems with getting your computer monitor to also show up on your SmartBoard? Or maybe it only shows up on the projector and not your monitor. Windows + P is the answer to your problems. Select both at the same time and tell the computer exactly where you want your image to project.
Take a closer look
When you hold down the CTRL button and the + sign at the same time, you are able to zoom in on your screen to take a closer look.
Hopefully at least one of these shortcuts was new to you and will make your life a little easier.
Questions? Need help?
Stop by the library or email me with questions. If you are totally lost, I would be happy to help you get started.
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