Windows 10 is packed with hidden features and shortcuts that many users never discover. These tricks can save time, improve productivity, and make your PC experience smoother.
1. Power User Menu-
Press Win + X or right-click the Start button.
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Gives quick access to Device Manager, Task Manager, Disk Management, and more.
2. Enable God Mode
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Create a new folder on Desktop.
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Rename it to:
GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}
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Opens a hidden Control Panel with 200+ settings.
3. Quick Properties Access
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Select any file/folder.
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Hold Alt and double-click it.
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Properties window opens instantly.
4. Handy Keyboard Shortcuts
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Win + I → Open Settings.
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Win + A → Open Action Center.
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Win + X → Open Power User Menu.
5. Automate Night Light
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Go to Settings → System → Display → Night Light.
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Choose Sunset to Sunrise or set custom hours.
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Helps reduce eye strain at night.
6. Use Snap Assist
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Drag windows to screen corners/edges for split view.
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Or use shortcuts:
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Win + Left/Right → Snap window.
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Win + Up/Down → Resize snapped windows.
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Press Win + Tab → Arrange apps on screen.
7. Disable Tabs in Alt + Tab
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Go to Settings → System → Multitasking.
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Turn off “Show tabs from apps when snapping/Alt + Tab.”
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Keeps task switcher clean.
8. Virtual Desktops
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Press Win + Tab → Open Task View.
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Click New Desktop.
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Use different desktops for work, study, or personal use.
9. Undo Anywhere
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Ctrl + Z → Undo recent action (text, file delete, rename, etc.).
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Ctrl + Y → Redo the undone action.
10. Show Desktop Button
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Look at the bottom-right corner of taskbar.
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Click tiny rectangle → Instantly minimize all windows.
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Click again → Restore windows.