The first time you use Windows 8, you might feel a little lost with the new start screen, charms, and apps. The best way to learn how to get around the new Windows 8 design and settings may be to use the new keyboard shortcuts.
Charms
Win+C: Open charmsWin+Q: Search charmWin+H: Share charmWin+K: Devices charmWin+I: Settings charm
Search
Win+Q: Search apps(tip: an even easier way to search apps is to just begin typing from the start screen)Win+W: Search settingsWin+F: Search files
Windows 8 Apps
Win+Z: Get to app optionsWin+.: Snap app to the leftWin+Shift+.: Snap app to the rightCtrl+Tab: Cycle through app historyAlt+F4: Close an app
Desktop
Win+D: Open DesktopWin+,: Peek at desktopWin+B: Back to desktop
Other
Win+X: Open system utility settings menuWin+PrntScrn: Take screenshot and save to PicturesWin+Tab: Open switch listWin+T: Preview open windows in taskbarWin+U: Open Ease of Access CenterCtrl+ESC: Start screenWin+Enter: Open Windows Narrator
Source: http://m.cnet.com/news/23-new-keyboard-shortcuts-for-windows-8/57390299
Charms
Win+C: Open charmsWin+Q: Search charmWin+H: Share charmWin+K: Devices charmWin+I: Settings charm
Search
Win+Q: Search apps(tip: an even easier way to search apps is to just begin typing from the start screen)Win+W: Search settingsWin+F: Search files
Windows 8 Apps
Win+Z: Get to app optionsWin+.: Snap app to the leftWin+Shift+.: Snap app to the rightCtrl+Tab: Cycle through app historyAlt+F4: Close an app
Desktop
Win+D: Open DesktopWin+,: Peek at desktopWin+B: Back to desktop
Other
Win+X: Open system utility settings menuWin+PrntScrn: Take screenshot and save to PicturesWin+Tab: Open switch listWin+T: Preview open windows in taskbarWin+U: Open Ease of Access CenterCtrl+ESC: Start screenWin+Enter: Open Windows Narrator
Source: http://m.cnet.com/news/23-new-keyboard-shortcuts-for-windows-8/57390299
