Opening Software Without a Shortcut

A very in-depth explanation on how to use the complicated and powerful Windows key. Windows Only

This page will teach you how to open up software with the Windows key. It's very helpful if you need to open an application that didn't or doesn't have a premade shortcut.

How To

  1. Press the key that looks like the Windows logo on your keyboard. It should open up a big search box on your screen with some application icons below.
  2. Start typing in the name of the app you want to open.
  3. When the application's icon shows up, either click "Open" or just press Enter on your keyboard.
Using the Windows key to search for and launch an application

That's it. You're a Windows power user now.