⌨️ Tech Tip Tuesday: 5 Keyboard Shortcuts That Will Save You Hours Each Week

Time is money—and whether you’re working from home, managing a small business, or just trying to get through your digital to-do list, a few simple keyboard shortcuts can drastically improve your efficiency.

This week, Geeks On The Go brings you five of our favorite keyboard shortcuts that work across Windows and Mac—saving you clicks, scrolls, and precious time.

💡 1. Ctrl + C / Ctrl + V (Cmd + C / Cmd + V on Mac)

Copy and Paste like a pro.

If you’re still right-clicking to copy and paste, it’s time to speed things up. These classic shortcuts let you quickly move text, images, and files between apps.

📌 Bonus Tip: Use Ctrl + X to cut instead of copy!

💡 2. Alt + Tab (Cmd + Tab on Mac)

Quickly switch between open applications.

Jumping between documents, browsers, or spreadsheets? Hold Alt and tap Tab to cycle through open windows without ever touching your mouse.

📌 Power Tip: Pressing Alt + Shift + Tab reverses the direction!

💡 3. Ctrl + F (Cmd + F on Mac)

Find anything, fast.

Looking for a specific word on a webpage, PDF, or document? Pressing Ctrl + F brings up a search bar so you can jump directly to what you need.

📌 Great for: Reviewing contracts, finding keywords, or scanning long emails.

💡 4. Ctrl + Z (Cmd + Z on Mac)

Undo mistakes instantly.

Made a typo? Deleted something by accident? Ctrl + Z is your best friend. It undoes your last action in almost every program—from Word docs to photo editing software.

📌 Redo? Use Ctrl + Y (Cmd + Shift + Z on Mac).

💡 5. Windows + L (Control + Cmd + Q on Mac)

Lock your screen in one second.

Step away from your computer securely. Whether you’re in the office or at a coffee shop, this shortcut instantly locks your computer to keep your data safe.

📌 Pro Security Move: Make this a habit every time you walk away.

🧠 Why It Matters

Over time, these shortcuts can save you hours—and more importantly, they reduce the friction between your tasks and your tools. Whether you’re managing spreadsheets, editing documents, or just trying to stay organized, a few keystrokes can streamline your entire day.

💬 Need Help Leveling Up Your Workflow?

Geeks On The Go offers personalized tech training and productivity coaching for individuals and businesses. We’ll help you master shortcuts, organize your devices, and work smarter—not harder.

📲 Contact us today to schedule a tech efficiency tune-up!