Work more efficiently with Windows 11 - All keyboard shortcuts at a glance

Keyboard shortcuts allow you to perform frequently used functions faster and more efficiently – without a mouse. Windows 11, which is constantly being developed, has added many new shortcuts that are particularly useful for productivity, control panel functions, screenshots, and multitasking. This overview provides a comprehensive collection of all the important Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts – up-to-date, systematic, and application-oriented.

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Possible problems when using keyboard shortcuts

• Although keyboard shortcuts can significantly increase productivity, there are occasional situations in practice where they don't work as expected. The most common causes include:

  1. Conflicts with third-party software

  Many programs—especially screen capture tools, remote desktop applications, or security solutions—use their own global keyboard shortcuts. These can conflict with Windows' own shortcuts and block or alter their execution.

  For example:
  A screenshot tool can be used by default Win+Shift+S and thereby override the Windows Snipping Tool.

  2. Keyboard shortcuts do not work in full screen mode

  Some keyboard shortcuts do not work in games or full-screen video playback because these applications intercept certain inputs or control keyboard focus.

  3. Restricted keyboard shortcuts in remote desktop mode

  When working over a remote desktop connection, many keyboard shortcuts access the local PC instead of the remote one. In such cases, an alternative keyboard layout often needs to be used or explicitly forwarded.

  4. Local or custom key assignments

  Some users or companies configure keyboard shortcuts individually – for example, via AutoHotkey or in the settings of certain programs. This can result in deviations from the standard shortcuts.

  5. Hardware-related limitations

  Not all keyboards support every combination of multiple keys simultaneously. Especially with cheaper or older keyboards, certain combinations may not be recognized at all ("key rollover").

  6. Different behavior due to regional keyboard layouts

  Depending on the keyboard layout (QWERTZ vs. QWERTY, etc.), certain combinations may behave differently or trigger different characters. Combinations with special characters (e.g., @, \, |) may be affected.

  solutions

  • In the affected programs, you can often customize or deactivate your own keyboard shortcuts.

  • Tools like power toys allow you to reassign key combinations.

  • Im Task manager or in the autostart settings you can determine which tools may overlay shortcuts.

Conclusion

Windows 11 offers a wide selection of keyboard shortcuts that cover many areas of work—from file management and text input to multitasking and Copilot integration. Regularly using these shortcuts saves time and significantly simplifies many workflows.

 

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