Master these 48 Windows keyboard shortcuts and finish work early

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• Windows has a long list of keyboard shortcuts that perform helpful actions in Windows 11.
• For example, hitting the CTRL and C keys together allows users to copy text or files. 
• Mastering these shortcuts can help boost your overall productivity, but most people only know a few. 

Keyboard shortcuts have been a staple feature in Windows for decades, but most users only know the basics. At first glance, they don't seem all that useful since you can also do these actions with your mouse, but I challenge you to try them over the course of a workday; you just might notice a boost in productivity. 

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