When providing IT support to our clients, we often suggest shortcuts, tools and tricks we use everyday. Here are some of our favorites:
- In Chrome – To scroll horizontally: Press Shift + Scroll.
- In any browser – To reset to the default Window size of your web page after zooming: Press Ctrl + 0.
- When researching products online, type [product name] vs in the search bar to compare rival products.
- To minimize every open browser window except the one you are currently working with: Shake your active window. Do the same to maximize all windows.
- In Windows – To record your steps for troubleshooting – troubleshoot a problem on your device by recording the exact steps you took when the problem occurred: Search psr to open Problem Steps Recorder.
- In Windows – To delete one word at a time: Press Ctrl + Backspace.
- To share your Wi-Fi access with guests: Generate a QR code with the access details. Print the QR code and stick it on the wall.
- Open your Windows Calculator and select View > worksheets. Calculate your mortgage payment, fuel economy, vehicle lease payment, and more.
- To use mouse as laser pointer in PowerPoint: hold Ctrl + Left click.
- In Microsoft Office – To rename a file: Press F2. This works for multiple file too, which will append “(1), (2), etc.” at the end.
For more information on solutions for running your businesses’ technology more efficiently, visit our website or contact Megan Meisner at mmeisner@launchpadonline.com or 813 448-7100 x210.