Welcome to this week’s edition of Weekly Computer Tips Summary – your go-to list for small but powerful tricks to make your computing experience smoother, smarter, and more efficient.
Whether you’re a student, professional, or casual user, these tips will help you use your computer like a pro. Let’s dive in!
🔹 Tip #1: Use Ctrl + Shift + T to Reopen Closed Tabs
Did you accidentally close a browser tab? Don’t worry! Press
➡️ Ctrl + Shift + T (Windows)
➡️ Cmd + Shift + T (Mac)
It will reopen the last closed tab. You can repeat the shortcut to go back through your tab history.
🔹 Tip #2: Snipping Tool / Snip & Sketch for Fast Screenshots
Need to capture something on screen?
- Press Windows + Shift + S to open the screenshot tool.
- Drag to select the area, and the image is copied to your clipboard.
- Paste it in any app using Ctrl + V.
Great for making quick notes, sharing errors, or saving visuals.
🔹 Tip #3: Task Manager Shortcut
When your system freezes or gets slow:
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager instantly.
- You can end unresponsive programs or monitor performance from here.
This is a faster alternative to Ctrl + Alt + Delete.
🔹 Tip #4: Use ALT + TAB to Switch Between Windows Quickly
Multitasking made easy:
- Hold ALT and press TAB to switch between open programs or browser windows.
- Perfect for fast task switching while working or attending online classes.
🔹 Tip #5: Find Files Faster with Windows Search Operators
Searching for a file? Use keywords like:
type:pdf– to search only PDF files.modified:last week– to find recently edited files.name:invoice– to look for files with “invoice” in their names.
This saves time when your folders are messy.
🔹 Tip #6: Avoid Auto-Downloads in Chrome
To stop Chrome from auto-downloading files:
- Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings > Additional Permissions > Automatic Downloads
- Toggle the setting to ask before downloading multiple files.
Helps protect from unwanted files or malware.
🔹 Tip #7: Keep Your Desktop Clean with “Fences”
A cluttered desktop slows you down. Try tools like:
- Fences by Stardock (paid) to organize icons into resizable groups.
- Or use folders and labels to categorize files like:
Work,Personal,Downloads, etc.
Clean workspace = clear mind.
🔹 Tip #8: Windows Clipboard History
Did you know Windows saves multiple copied items?
- Press Windows + V to open clipboard history.
- Paste any of the last few copied items.
To enable it:
Settings > System > Clipboard > Clipboard History
🔹 Tip #9: Use Night Light Mode
Working late? Turn on Night Light to reduce eye strain.
- Windows: Go to Settings > Display > Night light
- Mac: Use Night Shift from System Preferences.
It reduces blue light and helps you sleep better after screen time.
🔹 Tip #10: Create Keyboard Shortcuts for Any App
You can make your own shortcut to open any program.
- Right-click the app → Properties
- Go to the Shortcut tab
- Click the Shortcut key box and press your key combo (e.g., Ctrl + Alt + C)
- Click Apply → OK