Shortcut To Start Menu [top]

If your hands are already on the keyboard, don’t reach for the mouse. These are the fastest ways to open the menu instantly.

If you remember only one shortcut, make it this one. The (often labeled ⊞ Win or Win ) on your keyboard is the single fastest way to open and close the Start Menu. shortcut to start menu

Creating a shortcut to the Start menu is a straightforward process: If your hands are already on the keyboard,

Ctrl + Esc This combination also opens the Start Menu, which is useful if your keyboard lacks a Windows key. a custom launcher

Sometimes, you want a clickable icon—maybe for a touchscreen, a custom launcher, or a remote desktop environment. Here’s how to build one.