Windows Tips for Mac Users
Windows Keyboard Shortcuts Overview
Use shortcut keys as an alternative to the mouse when working in Windows. You can open, close, and navigate the Start menu, desktop, menus, dialog boxes, and Web pages using keyboard shortcuts. Keyboard shortcuts may also make it easier for you to interact with your computer.
Use Snipping Tool to capture screenshots
Capture part or all of your PC screen, add notes, save the snip, or email it right from the Snipping Tool window.
Windows Terms vs. Mac Terms
| Windows | Mac OS X |
|---|---|
| Alt key | Option key |
| Alt-Tab | Command-Tab |
| Control key | Command key |
| Control Panel | System Preferences |
| Ctrl+Alt+Delete | Option+Command+Esc |
| Device Manager | System Information |
| Exit (Alt+FX) | Quit (Command+Q) |
| Internet Explorer or Microsoft Edge | Safari |
| My Computer | Finder |
| My Documents | Documents folder |
| My Music | Music folder |
| My Pictures | Pictures folder |
| Network Connections | Network Preferences |
| Notepad | TextEdit |
| Outlook | |
| Recycle Bin | Trash Can |
| Search | Spotlight |
| Settings | Preferences |
| Shortcut icon | Alias |
| Taskbar | Dock |
| Hourglass cursor (busy signal) | Spinning beach ball (busy signal) |
| Windows Explorer | Finder window |
| Windows Update | Software Update |