The use of the Windows key extends far beyond the start menu. Builtin functions include window management, invoking programs on the taskbar, locking the computer, invoking Explorer and Settings, invoking and controlling accessibility functions like Magnifier. The Microsoft Power Toys add a lot of functions using the Windows key by default as well, like screen snipping, screen OCR, color picking, enhanced clipboard, and many more.

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rick_dalton 9 hours ago | parent | next [-]

My problem is that I don’t use the majority of these functions at all. Command I can use for almost everything no matter how frequent or infrequent. It also replaces most “ctrl+shift” binds which is a great plus for me.

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daveidol 9 hours ago | parent | prev [-]

That’s still like 10 uses vs unlimited uses on macOS

	▲	freedomben 8 hours ago \| parent \| next [-]
		It may be ten uses, but it's ten uses I use constantly throughout the day.
	▲	drob518 8 hours ago \| parent \| prev \| next [-]
		You must not use MacOS. Command gets used all over the place, even during editing. And in Emacs it gets used as Super, which opens up some options.
	▲	layer8 8 hours ago \| parent \| prev [-]
		Even just the window management category is more than ten uses. And it is unlimited uses, as you can assign additional shortcuts however you like.