Ctrl+Alt+Delete
Ctrl + Shift + Escape
Win + Alt + Delete
Ctrl + Alt + T
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Correct Answer: Ctrl + Shift + Escape

Learn why this is the correct answer

Ctrl + Shift + Escape is the Windows shortcut that directly opens the Task Manager with no additional input, although the more commonly recognized shortcut Ctrl + Alt + Delete also provides access to the Task Manager by presenting it on a menu alongside other options such as the ability to log off or shut down.

Other old but great Windows shortcuts:

  • Lock your PC: Windows key + L
  • Minimize all windows: Windows key + M
  • Minimize active window: Windows key + Down arrow
  • Close the active window, or exit the active app: Alt + F4
  • Display properties for the selected item: Alt + Enter
  • Switch to recent window: Alt + Tab
  • Rename the selected item: F2

Discover more useful shortcuts for a variety of platform in our Shortcut Extravaganza feature.