Windows 11 - 5 Top Features
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1. Snipping Tool: Screenshot & Screen Recording
Windows shortcut: Press Win + Shift + S
Capture any part of your screen. You can now record your screen as well, making it perfect for tutorials or reporting issues.
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2. Snap Layouts: Easy Multitasking
Windows shortcut: Win + Z
Hover over the maximize button or press Win + Z to arrange windows (like email + calendar + documents) neatly on your screen.
Click here to view Snap Layouts in action
3. Tabbed File Explorer: One Window, Multiple Folders
Windows shortcut: Ctrl + T (have File Explorer open)
You can now open multiple folders in tabs, just like browser tabs — reducing desktop clutter and making navigation easier.
4. Live Captions: Real-Time Subtitles
Windows shortcut: Win + Ctrl + L
Enable real-time subtitles for any audio, ideal for meetings or videos
Click here to learn more about live captions
5. Multiple Desktops: Separate Workspaces
Windows shortcut: Win + Tab
Create separate desktops for different tasks — one for teaching, one for administration, and one for research.
Click here to learn more about Virtual Desktops