Shortcut Keys
Here are few handy Windows Key shortcut keys I find useful
 + D |
Go to desktop |
| + W |
Search settings only |
| + F |
Search files only |
| + C |
Show the ‘charms’ menu (the one on the right) |
| + Tab |
Switch between recently used apps and programs (left apps bar) |
| + L |
Lock the screen |
| + E |
Opens windows explorer |
| + R |
Open the Run dialog |
| + S |
Opens the Search everywhere. Also do this by pressing the Windows key and just start typing |
| + X |
This opens the ‘Quick Link’ menu. Very useful for the power users out there. |
| + SHIFT + (left or right arrow) |
Move an app or window from one monitor to the other if you have multiple monitor. |
For a full list of Windows 8 shortcuts see http://windows.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows-8/keyboard-shortcuts