Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2009  To: "Win7 Workgroup via BCC" From: Dale Cockle <KK> Subject: [SCTCC Win7 GP] Win7 Keyboard Shortcuts Tip Use Keyboard Shortcuts for Faster Aero Snapping Rick Broida, Dec 10, 2009 <http://www.pcworld.com/article/184194/use_keyboard_shortcuts_for_faster_aero_snapping.html> A couple weeks ago I mentioned using Windows 7's cool Aero Snap feature to simplify file management <http://www.pcworld.com/article/182887/article.html>. Basically, you open two instances of Windows Explorer, then place them side by side by dragging the windows to opposite edges of the screen. What I neglected to mention is that you can accomplish this much faster by using keyboard shortcuts. In other words, instead of dragging each window to a screen edge, waiting for it to half-maximize, letting go the mouse button, and repeating with the other window (whew--so much work!), all you need is the Windows key. Specifically, tap Windows+Left Arrow to "snap" any selected window to the left side of the screen. Naturally, tapping Windows+Right Arrow snaps the selected window to the right side. (This comes in especially handy if you use multiple monitors, as you can't drag a window to the right edge of your lefthand screen or the left edge of your righthand screen.) While we're on the subject, Windows+Up Arrow maximizes the selected window, while Windows+Down Arrow returns it to its previous location and size. And here's one more timesaving tip: You can quickly open that second instance of Explorer by middle-clicking its icon in the taskbar. Have fun "snapping"! Copyright © 1998-2009, PC World Communications, Inc. -------------