Is your mouse on strike? Or maybe you just prefer the sleek efficiency of keyboard commands? Whatever the reason, knowing how to restart your computer with just your keyboard is a super handy skill. It's faster than navigating menus, and it can be a lifesaver when your mouse freezes up.
Here's the quick and dirty method:
1. **Alt + F4:** First, make sure you're on the desktop. If you have any windows open, this key combination will start closing them. Keep pressing it until you're back to your desktop.
2. **Alt + F4 (Again!):** Now that you're on the desktop, pressing Alt + F4 again will bring up the shutdown/restart menu.
3. **Use the Arrow Keys:** Use the up or down arrow keys to select "Restart" from the dropdown menu.
4. **Press Enter:** Boom! Your computer will now restart.
Knowing this simple keyboard shortcut can save you time and frustration. So go ahead, give it a try and impress your friends with your keyboard mastery!
