Windows 7 Aero Snap keyboard shortcuts


  1. Posts : 576
    Vista X32. Windows 7 32bit
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    Windows 7 Aero Snap keyboard shortcuts


    Windows 7 Aero Snap keyboard shortcuts

    If you’re running the M3 build of Windows 7, check out the cool (if obvious) Aero Snap keyboard shortcuts:



    WINKEY + LEFT ARROW – Snap current window to the left side of screen; unsnap window that is snapped to right side of screen

    WINKEY + RIGHT ARROW – Snap current window to the right side of screen; unsnap window that is snapped to left side of screen

    WINKEY + TOP ARROW – Maximize current window.

    WINKEY + BOTTOM ARROW – Minimize current window; restore maximized window.

    http://community.winsupersite.com/bl...shortcuts.aspx
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  2. Posts : 12,364
    8 Pro x64
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    You know, with shortcuts like this, I could be tempted to start using the keyboard more often

    (I'm a dyed in the wool mouse driver )
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  3. Posts : 154
    Windows 7 Build 7100
       #3

    Good post Norm!! I was wondering how you did that with Windows 7. Now I know :)
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  4. Posts : 5
    Windows 7 Home Premium
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    What is a 'Winkey' key?
    I just can't seem to get snap to work?
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  5. Posts : 21
    Windows 7 Ultimate x86
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    The windows key is between the CTRL and ALT key on the left hand side of the keyboard.
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  6. Posts : 16
    Windows 7
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    if anyone is interested:
    • Win + Up - Maximize
    • Win + Down - Restore/Minimize
    • Win + Left - Snap to Left
    • Win + Right - Snap to Right
    • Win + Home - Restore or minimize all other windows
    • Win + T - Cycle throw Taskbar entries.
    • Win + Space (hold) - Peek at Desktop
    • Win + G - Bring gadgets to the top
    • Win + number keys (1-9) - Open program pinned on the taskbar in order
    • Win + Plus key - Zoom in
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  7. Posts : 5
    Windows 7 Home Premium
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    O the Windows Key!
    Now I feel really stupid, I know where the windows key is but didn't realise that was the key the poster was referring too.
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  8. Posts : 21
    Windows 7 Ultimate x86
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    Don't worry, nothing wrong with asking and finding this out :)
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