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It is a common sense that if the shortcut or file or program are on your desktop taskbar, it will be extremely handy for you to execute the most used apps. Whenever you would like to use the Apps, programs or files, click it on the taskbar, you are able to open and use it as you like.
However, unlike adding a shortcut, if you are hoping to move non-application, such as a file onto taskbar on Windows 10, you may do the thing differing from what you do to add a shortcut of an application.
But on the basis of the convenience brought by the shortcut on the taskbar, you must be eager to start moving a shortcut to taskbar without delay. You will come to know how easy it is.
How to Pin an Application to Taskbar on Windows 10?
When you wish to move a shortcut to the Windows 10 taskbar, it usually means that you are to add applications shortcut to the taskbar, such as Chrome. For the apps are frequently used programs on the computer, you will be in very much of it when using the PC. And add it to the Windows 10 taskbar is rather easy. Here choose to pin the Chrome to the taskbar on Windows 10.
Right click the application and select Pin to Taskbar from the list.
Now you can find how foolproof it is to add an application to the Windows 10 taskbar. And you are capable of opening and using this application directly from the taskbar.
But what if you are to add a folder to the taskbar? Needless to worry about, go ahead to find the way.
How to Add a Folder to Taskbar on Windows 10?
As discussed above, in no way like putting an application to the taskbar on Windows 10, adding a folder may be a little complicated. And it is impractical to add a folder to the taskbar simply by right clicking it. But you can benefits a lot from the folder shortcut on the taskbar on Windows 10.
1.Right click on your desktop, and choose New to add a Shortcut.
2. Tab Browse and find out the folder you want to pin to the taskbar. Here add the folder Windows 10 Skill to the taskbar on Windows 10.
After you clicked OK, you can see the folder path is in the Location.
3. Insert explorer before the folder path in Location of the item. Make sure there is a space after the word explorer.
4. Type a name for the folder shortcut. You are able to input any name as you like.
5. Locate the Folder on the desktop.
6. Right click the folder on the desktop and Pin it to the taskbar. Or you can also try to drag and drop the folder onto the taskbar to add it to the taskbar.
Once all finished, the folder you have chosen is on Windows 10 taskbar. Later, you are qualified to use it directly from the taskbar.
All in all, this post is designed for people who are unable to pin the shortcut or the folder to the taskbar. There is no doubt that as long as you can follow the steps and execute them, maybe the issue that cannot pin to taskbar can be solved as well.
Those of us who come from the days of typewriters rather than keyboards know all about shortcut keys. This was/is a method of speeding up your work routine and is still very prevalent today. For those of you who are not shortcut key users, don't worry. There is always another way to do everything in Windows.
Leave it to Microsoft to change some of the shortcut keys from one operating system to another. This must be one of the ways that they are always 'improving' and therefore selling a new, upgraded version of their software. But let's get back on task.
Shortcut Key Notes
- Whenever shortcut keys are listed, with a plus sign ( + ) in the string, such as Ctrl+C, this indicates that the Ctrl key is held while the letter C is pressed.
- When a shortcut key is listed with commas separating the string, such as Alt+F, W, F, the Alt key is held while the letter F is pressed, but then both these keys are released while the W and F keys are pressed one after the other.
- You can use either upper or lower case letters in these shortcut key combinations. Uppercase letters are just shown in this article for clarity.
Windows XP Shortcut Keys to Create a New Folder
The keyboard shortcut key combination is this: Alt+F, W, F. Translated that means:
- Hold down the Alt key while pressing the letter F.
- Let go of both the Alt key and letter F and then press the letter W followed by the letter F in quick succession.
Keyboard and Mouse Combination
The mouse and keyboard shortcut key combination is: Right-click, W, F. Translated that means:
- Right-click in the window and then press the letter W followed by the letter F in quick succession.
Shortcut Keys to Create a New Folder for Windows 7, 8, and 10
This shortcut key combination is more obvious and much easier to remember:
Ctrl+Shift+N
Ctrl+Shift+N
How to Open Each Folder in the Same or New Window in Windows 10
While you browse in File Explorer, you can open each drive, folder, and library in the same window or in its own new window.
This tutorial will show you different ways on how to open each drive, folder, or library in the same or new window for your account in Windows 10.
- Option One: Open Folder, Library, or Drive in New Window using Context Menu
- Option Two: Open Folder, Library, or Drive in New Window using Keyboard Shortcut
- Option Three: Open Folder, Library, or Drive in New Windows from File Menu in File Explorer
- Option Four: Open Folder, Library, or Drive in Same or New Windows from File Explorer Ribbon
- Option Five: Set to Open Folders, Libraries, and Drives in Same or New Window by Default in Folder Options
- Option Six: Set to Open Folders, Libraries, and Drives in Same or New Window by Default in Registry Editor
Open Folder, Library, or Drive in New Window using Context Menu
1. Open File Explorer (Win+X).
2. Right click or press and hold on one or more selected folders, libraries, or drives in File Explorer, and click/tap on Open in new window. (see screenshot below)
Open Folder, Library, or Drive in New Window using Keyboard Shortcut
In Windows 10 build 17639, this will open the folder in a new tab instead if Tabs in apps (Sets) is turned on.
1. Press the Ctrl+N keys to open the currently opened folder, drive, or library in a new window.
Open Folder, Library, or Drive in New Windows from File Menu in File Explorer
1. While in File Explorer (Win+E), select one or more folders, libraries, and/or drives. (see screenshot below)
2. Click/tap on the File tab on the menu bar, and:
A) Click/tap on Open new window.
OR
B) Click/tap on the arrow to the right of Open new window, and click/tap on either Open new window or Open new window in new process.
Open Folder, Library, or Drive in Same or New Windows from File Explorer Ribbon
1. While in File Explorer, select one or more folders, libraries, and/or drives.
2. Click/tap on the
Home tab (folder/library) or Computer tab (This PC), and do one of the following actions:
- Press and hold the Shift key, click/tap on Open in the ribbon, and release the Shift key.
- Press and hold the Ctrl key, click/tap on Open in the ribbon, and release the Ctrl key. In Windows 10 build 17639, this will open the folder in a new tab instead if Tabs in apps (Sets) is turned on.
If you select more than one folder, library, and/or drive, then this will open each item in its own new window.
If you select only one folder, library, or drive, then:
Shift will open the item how you have it set to do so in Option Four or Option Five below.
Ctrl will open the item the opposite of how you have it set to do so in Option Five or Option Six below. In Windows 10 build 17639, this will open the folder in a new tab instead if Tabs in apps (Sets) is turned on.
Set to Open Folders, Libraries, and Drives in Same or New Window by Default in Folder Options
1. Open Folder Options (aka: File Explorer Options).
2. In the General tab, select (dot) Open each folder in the same window (default) or Open each folder in its own folder for what you want under Browse folders, and click/tap on OK. (see screenshot below)
Set to Open Folders, Libraries, and Drives in Same or New Window by Default in Registry Editor
1. Press the Win+R keys to open Run, type regedit, and click/tap on OK to open Registry Editor.
2. Navigate to the registry key location below in Registry Editor. (see screenshot below)
HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerCabinetState
3. In the right pane of the CabinetState key, double click/tap on the Settings binary value to modify it. (see screenshot above)
4. Do step 5 (same) or step 6 (new) below for what you want.
5. To Open Each Folder and Drive in the Same Window
This is the default setting.
A) In the 5th column of line 0000, change 2A to 0A, click/tap on OK, and go to step 7 below. (see screenshot below)
6. To Open Each Folder and Drive in its Own New Window
A) In the 5th column of line 0000, change 0A to 2A, click/tap on OK, and go to step 7 below. (see screenshot below)
7. You can now close Registry Editor if you like.
That's it,
Shawn
Hello!
Playbox pc windows 10. Really struggling to find a way to create a shortcut to a specific file from the Desktop without actually putting a shortcut icon on the desktop. Currently in Windows 10.
Right now, I use the Favorites Bar to create shortcuts to frequently-used files and programs. I've used this in previous versions as well, which is why I still have it.
That works great, but for some reason when I try to open any of these shortcuts, I get an 'Open file - Security warning / Do you want to open this file?' pop-up. I can click yes and the file opens, no problem - but annoying.
Seems like the Favorites Bar is only intended for opening shortcuts to Folders, as they do not cause the security prompt.
Ok, so the Favorites Bar for whatever reason is not intended to open files or programs. So maybe they want me to use the Start Menu for this purpose? Well, the Start Menu allows me to make shortcuts to programs, but not specific files.
I am quite confused by the absence of this simple feature - am I missing something? I use the Favorites Bar shortcuts dozens of times every day, but it's clearly not intended for that.
So how do I either:
1) Disable the security prompt on shortcuts from the Favorites Bar, or
2) Pin specific files to the Start Menu, or
File New Folder Shortcut Windows 10
3) Use some other method to create one-or-two-click access to a specific file (a shortcut) directly from the desktop without creating a desktop icon?
Create New Folder Shortcut Windows 10
Thank you!
Turning multiple mouse clicks into a simple press of a key or two may not seem like a lot, but if you are an avid user of keyboard shortcuts you've likely noticed just how helpful they can be. Although memorizing which shortcuts do which functions can be a little daunting at first, it's important to remember not everyone needs to know every shortcut. Learning and using the ones that are most important to you is a great way to enhance your Windows 10 experience.
Keyboard shortcut | Action |
---|---|
Windows key | Open or close Start Menu. |
Windows key + A | Open Action center. |
Windows key + C | Open Cortana in listening mode. |
Windows key + D | Display and hide the desktop. |
Windows key + E | Open File Explorer. |
Windows key + G | Open Game bar when a game is open. |
Windows key + H | Open the Share charm. |
Windows key + I | Open Settings. |
Windows key + K | Open the Connect quick action. |
Windows key + L | Lock your PC or switch accounts. |
Windows key + M | Minimize all windows. |
Windows key + R | Open Run dialog box. |
Windows key + S | Open Search. |
Windows key + U | Open Ease of Access Center. |
Windows key + X | Open Quick Link menu. |
Windows key + Number | Open the app pinned to the taskbar in the position indicated by the number. |
Windows key + Left arrow key | Snap app windows left. |
Windows key + Right arrow key | Snap app windows right. |
Windows key + Up arrow key | Maximize app windows. |
Windows key + Down arrow key | Minimize app windows. |
Windows key + Comma | Temporarily peek at the desktop. |
Windows key + Ctrl +D | Add a virtual desktop. |
Windows key + Ctrl + Left or Right arrow | Switch between virtual desktops. |
Windows key + Ctrl + F4 | Close current virtual desktop. |
Windows key + Enter | Open Narrator. |
Windows key + Home | Minimize all but the active desktop window (restores all windows on second stroke). |
Windows key + PrtScn | Capture a screenshot and save in Screenshots folder. |
Windows key + Shift + Up arrow | Stretch the desktop window to the top and bottom of the screen. |
Windows key + Tab | Open Task view. |
Windows key + '+' key | Zoom in using the magnifier. |
Windows key + '-' key | Zoom out using the magnifier. |
Ctrl + Shift + Esc | Open Task Manager. |
Alt + Tab | Switch between open apps. |
Alt + Left arrow key | Go back. |
Alt + Right arrow key | Go foward. |
Alt + Page Up | Move up one screen. |
Alt + Page down | Move down one screen. |
Ctrl + Alt +Tab | View open apps |
Ctrl + C | Copy selected items to clipboard. |
Ctrl + X | Cut selected items. |
Ctrl + V | Paste content from clipboard. |
Ctrl + A | Select all content. |
Ctrl + Z | Undo an action. |
Ctrl + Y | Redo an action. |
Ctrl + D | Delete the selected item and move it to the Recycle Bin. |
Ctrl + Esc | Open the Start Menu. |
Ctrl + Shift | Switch the keyboard layout. |
Ctrl + Shift + Esc | Open Task Manager. |
Ctrl + F4 | Close the active window. |
Did we miss anything?
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