Shortcuts, Tips, Tricks (Public) Shortcuts & Modifier Key Guide A collection of useful keyboard shortcuts that work across Windows, text editors, terminals, and file explorers . Modifier keys are keys you hold while performing another action. Common modifier keys include: CTRL ALT SHIFT CMD (Mac – ignored in this guide for simplicity) Fn These shortcuts are designed to work in most text editors, terminals, browsers, and common applications . Text Entry & Navigation CTRL — Word-Level Navigation Holding CTRL changes many actions from working on a single character to working on a whole word . Shortcut Function CTRL + Left / Right Move cursor one word at a time CTRL + Backspace Delete the previous word CTRL + Delete Delete the next word CTRL + Up / Down Move cursor one paragraph at a time CTRL + Home Move to the start of a document CTRL + End Move to the end of a document CTRL + Space Remove formatting from selected text CTRL + Enter Insert page break (Word and similar editors) CTRL + Click Highlight an entire sentence SHIFT — Text Selection Modifier SHIFT is commonly used to highlight text and modify existing commands. Shortcut Function SHIFT + Arrow Keys Highlight text CTRL + SHIFT + V Paste text without formatting SHIFT + Enter Insert a new line without submitting a form or creating extra spacing Example: Useful in comment boxes or the Google search bar. Fn Key Shortcuts Some keyboards use the Fn key for navigation shortcuts. Shortcut Function Fn + Left Home Fn + Right End Fn + Up Page Up Fn + Down Page Down Tab Key Shortcut Function TAB Indent bullet point SHIFT + TAB Remove one indent level Mouse Shortcuts Action Result Double-click Highlight an entire word Triple-click Highlight an entire sentence, paragraph, or field Double-click + drag Highlight multiple words Triple-click + drag Highlight multiple paragraphs CTRL + Click + drag Highlight text sentence-by-sentence Drag highlighted text Move highlighted text Drag highlighted text to another app Copy text between programs File Explorer Shortcuts File Drag Actions Shortcut Action CTRL + Drag file Copy file SHIFT + Drag file Move file ALT + Drag file Create shortcut CTRL + SHIFT + Drag Create shortcut File Selection Shortcut Action CTRL + Click Select or deselect individual files Drag selection box Select multiple files CTRL + Drag selection Add files to selection SHIFT + Drag selection Add files to selection Navigation Shortcut Action Arrow Keys Move selection CTRL + Arrow Keys Move active file without losing selection Space (or CTRL + Space) Add file to selection Browser & Tab Shortcuts These shortcuts work in File Explorer, browsers, and many programs . Shortcut Action CTRL + T Open new tab CTRL + W Close tab CTRL + TAB Next tab CTRL + SHIFT + TAB Previous tab CTRL + N Open new window CTRL + W also closes the current document in programs like Microsoft Word . Process Control Shortcut Action CTRL + C Stop running process or script Miscellaneous Windows Shortcuts Shortcut Function CTRL + ALT + TAB Window switcher that stays open Win + SHIFT + S Open Snipping Tool Win + P Open display projection menu Win + ; Emoji & clipboard panel CTRL + SHIFT + V Paste without formatting Tips These shortcuts help you: Edit text faster Navigate documents efficiently Manage files quickly Use terminals more effectively Improve general productivity The text navigation shortcuts (CTRL + arrows and CTRL + backspace) are some of the most powerful and widely supported shortcuts across applications. Call Forwarding How to Set Up Call Forwarding to Your Mobile This guide provides a straightforward method for setting up call forwarding to your mobile device, ensuring you never miss important calls, even when away from your desk. It includes essential tips on customizing your call rules, such as adjusting ring times and preserving caller ID. By following these steps, you can enhance your communication efficiency and maintain professionalism during business hours. Whether you're new to call management or looking to optimize your setup, this guide is a valuable resource. 1. Hover over "Features" then Click "Call Rules" 2. Click "Create Call Rule Set" 3. Click "Rule Set Name" 4. Enter a Rule Set Name "Forward to Mobile" Alert! The time frame you select controls when you receive calls. Ask yourself, do I need to answer after 5pm? 5. Click Rule Set Time Frame and Select "During Business Hours" 6. Click Save Call Rule Set" Tip! Lets create the logic for the call rule set. 7. Click "Create Action" 8. Select "Call Cascade" 9. Enter the phone number where calls should be forwarded, hit enter. If you answer external calls (all calls option from type of call), please give yourself more than 2 rings to answer while at your desk. 10. Change the number of rings before forwarding (2-3 works best if you sit at your desk) 11. Toggle "Preserve Caller ID" and "Acknowledge Call" to Yes 12. Click "Create Action" 13. Click "Send to Voicemail" 14. Change the number of times the phone rings before being sent to voicemail, 8 rings works wonders! The order your call rules are listed, is the order they're actions are applied! Stuck? Email IT@oxfordcompanies.com for assistance. Thank you! 15. Click "Back to Call Rules" Drag the new rule to the top of the list. Add "BCC and From" fields to Outlook How to Enable Bcc and From Fields in Outlook Questions or comments? Send us an Email at IT@oxfordcompanies.com Thank you! Learn how to customize your email composition window by adding the Bcc and From fields. This guide helps you manage your sender identity and maintain recipient privacy during your email workflow. 1. Click "New Email" to open a new message window. 2. Select the "Options" tab in the top ribbon. 3. Click "BCC" and "From" to enable these options. Article created by Jeremy Romain New Page How To Set Up Automatic Replies In Outlook Made by Jeremy Romain with Scribe Learn how to configure out-of-office responses for both internal and external email recipients. This guide simplifies the process of managing your communication status to ensure your colleagues and clients are notified when you are away. 1. Click "File" 2. Click "Automatic Replies" 3. Select "Send automatic replies" 4. Click the "Outside My Organization" tab 5. Click "OK" to save and enable automatic replies Made with Scribe