At one time the primary method for interacting with a personal computer was via a keyboard. With the introduction of Windows, along came the mouse. Yet, for some people or in certain circumstances, the mouse may not be as friendly as it looks. The mouse can impact productivity. When a user's hands are already on the keyboard, it can be faster and more efficient to use keyboard shortcuts to complete a task.
Some people experience physical problems from using a mouse.
A variety of options may reduce the physical problem. One possiblity is to limit the use of the mouse by using keyboard shortcuts. Some people have physical problems which limit or eliminate the use of the mouse. Keyboard shortcuts are one possiblity when the mouse is a foe rather than a friend. The remainder of this page looks at common Windows keyboard shortcuts and shortcuts in several applications.