======================================== Windows XP keyboard shortcuts (filtered) ======================================== First published at 11/30/2021 on https://defkey.com/windows-xp-shortcuts Windows XP is an operating system developed by Microsoft. It was released in October 25, 2001. With increased performance and stability, an easier user interface, improved hardware support, Windows XP received positive reviews upon its release. Mainstream support for Windows XP ended on April 14, 2009. Extended support ended on April 8, 2014. Windows logo shortcuts ---------------------- These shortcuts involve using Windows key on your keyboard. They're usually globally available, meaning you may use them no matter what program is currently active. Win Open / Close the Start menu Win + R Open the Run dialog box Win + Shift + M Restore minimized windows Win + F Search for a file or a folder Ctrl + Win + F Search for computers Win + U Open Utility Manager Win + F1 Display Windows Help General ------- These shortcuts can be used when editing text or when working with any type of items. Windows XP and many programs support them. Ctrl + V Paste Del Delete Ctrl + F4 Close active document or tab in a program Alt + Tab Switch between open programs in taskbar F4 Display the Address bar list in My Computer or Windows Explorer Shift + F10 Display the shortcut menu for the selected item Windows Explorer ---------------- Backspace Open a folder one level up if a folder is selected in the Save As or Open dialog box Ctrl + V Paste Del Delete (by default, will move items to Recycle Bin) Shift + Del Delete selected item permanently without placing the item in the Recycle Bin. F5 Refresh the active window F4 Display the Address bar list Accessibility ------------- Right Shift (hold for 8 seconds) Switch FilterKeys either on or off Last modified on (UTC): Tuesday, November 30, 2021 Defkey © All rights reserved.