Every one of us at some stage knows that we really need efficient ways of handling devices without wasting so much time. Sometimes, it’s too late, and you have no other option but to use the keyboard to do what you want to do-shut down your laptop, for instance. The good news is that shutting down your laptops using the keyboard only is indeed possible. And here’s how to do it on various operating systems:.
1. How to Shut Down Your Laptop Using the Keyboard? Windows laptops have an easy method of shutdown from keyboard only
Method 1: Keyboard Shortcut Alt + F4
Step 1:
1. All windows and programs should be minimized or closed. 2. Pressing Win + D will quickly minimize all windows.
Step 2:
1. Now press Alt + F4. 2. “Shut Down Windows” dialog box it will be open.
Step 3:
1. Press Enter on “Shut down” or use the arrow keys to choose one of the options, like “Restart” or “Sleep.”
Method 2: The Ctrl + Alt + Delete Method
Step 1:
Ctrl + Alt + Delete.
Step 2:
Use the Tab key to cycle through the options and highlight the power button located at the bottom right.
Step 3:
Hit the Enter button to shut down.
Method 3: Windows Key Method
Step 1:
Use this combination Win + X to open Power User Menu
Step 2:
1. Simply use the key U and use U again in order to shut down. 2. Instead of shut down, you may also use R to restart or S to sleep.
2. MacBook Shutdown from Keyboards MacBook users can shutdown theirs from a simple key command:
Method 1. Power Button Shortcut
Control + Option + Command + Power (Touch ID on new MacBooks) shuts the laptop down right away without asking again to confirm.
Method 2. Shutdown with Confirmation
step1:
Control + Command + Eject/Power. This will pop up a dialogue box prompting you to shut down.
Step 2:
Using this arrow keys to highlight “Shut Down” and press Enter.
Method 3: Instant Restart
Restart MacBook use the Control + Command + Power from shutdown menu.
Helpful Advice to Remember
Save Work: Always save whatever open document before shutting down; you will not lose your work.
Quick Access: Master these shortcuts so that in case your mouse or touchpad is not working, you can still do some very important work there.
Knowing how to shut down your laptops using the keyboard is a great trick, mainly when your mouse is not accessible or you are just fond of more rapid navigation. Try these tips today and boost your tech efficiency!
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