In some cases, the user may need the function of shutting down or restarting the computer from the keyboard. This can be due to a non-working mouse or a physical button on the case of the system unit or laptop. Today we will look at all the ways to turn off the computer using the keyboard.
Shutdown menu
Let's start with the classic method that most PC users are familiar with. Everyone knows the purpose of the key combination [knopka]Alt[/knopka]+[knopka]F4[/knopka], with which you can quickly exit applications, games, the browser and other windows. However, this combination also works when the computer is turned off. You need to do the following:
- While on the desktop, press the combination [knopka]Alt[/knopka]+[knopka]F4[/knopka].
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Ask Daria If any windows are maximized in Windows, they will close first. Do not rush to urgently shut down your PC, but make sure that a quick shutdown of the program and applications will not adversely affect their performance.
- After that, the "Shut down Windows" window will appear on the desktop. It presents a list of actions: reboot, shutdown, hibernate, logout, and change user. Use the up and down arrows to select the option you want.
- Start the shutdown procedure with the [knopka]Enter[/knopka] key.
If you are looking for a way to turn off the computer using the keyboard, then you do not have the ability to use the mouse. Therefore, you will have to switch between the buttons inside the window using the arrows. To move from one block to another, you must press [knopka]Tab[/knopka].
The second method will take a little longer. You need to use the functionality of the Start menu. Everyone knows that in this menu there is a separate list that allows you to restart, turn off your PC or log out of the system. One of the items can be reached not only with the mouse, but also with the keyboard:
- To access the menu, press the [knopka]Win[/knopka] key.
- At first, using the arrows, you can only move through the list of programs. To switch to the additional block containing the shutdown icon, use the [knopka]Tab[/knopka] key.
- Use the arrows to get to the menu with the shutdown icon and press [knopka]Enter[/knopka] to open it.
- It remains only to select the option "Shut down".
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Command line
There is another way to shut down the system without using the mouse. It is not as convenient as the previous ones, but it is also worth remembering about it. For example, if you're having a problem with your desktop or the Start menu won't open, then the command line option will save the day:
- Press [knopka]Win[/knopka]+[knopka]R[/knopka] to launch the Run application.
- In the field for entering the command, enter the line [k]cmd[/k] and start its execution.
- A black window will appear on the screen in which you can enter text. Enter the command [k]shutdown /s[/k] and press [knopka]Enter[/knopka] to start the process.
Special Label
The last way to turn off a PC without a mouse requires preparation. However, we recommend not to ignore it and try it out. The option with the shutdown shortcut is useful if you often have problems with the mouse. So, you need to do the following:
- From the desktop, press the context menu key. It is located between [knopka]Win[/knopka] and [knopka]Ctrl[/knopka] in the right block of the keyboard.
- A menu will appear in the corner of the screen. Use the arrows to navigate to the "Create Shortcut" option.
- Now, in the object location field, enter the command [k] %windir%\System32\shutdown.exe /s /t 0[/k].
- Specify a name and finish creating the label.
- Now find a new icon on the desktop and launch it with the [knopka]Enter[/knopka] button when you need to shut down the PC.
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Daria Stupnikova
Specialist in WEB-programming and computer systems. PHP/HTML/CSS editor for os-helper.ru site .
Ask Daria In the presented command, after /t, you can specify the time. The computer will be turned off after the specified number of seconds after the shortcut is launched.
Video instruction
Be sure to check out this video, and only then proceed to practical steps.
Conclusion
So, now you know how to turn off the PC using the keyboard in a variety of ways. We recommend that you remember them and use them in an unforeseen situation. If you have questions on the topic, be sure to ask them in the comments.