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Xfce is a lightweight desktop environment for Linux that balances speed with a familiar, configurable interface. Its keyboard shortcuts handle window management, workspace switching, and launching apps, helping you navigate the desktop quickly even on modest hardware.

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All Xfce keyboard shortcuts (Linux)

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Esc
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
F10
F11
F12
`
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
-
=
⌫ Back
Tab
Q
W
E
R
T
Y
U
I
O
P
[
]
\
Caps
A
S
D
F
G
H
J
K
L
;
'
Enter ⏎
Shift
Z
X
C
V
B
N
M
,
.
/
Shift
Ctrl
Win
Alt
Space
Alt
Win
Menu
Ctrl
↑
←
↓
→

+ 9 more controls in the table below

35 shortcuts

Windows 10

Action Shortcut
Close Current Window AltF4
Maximize Window AltF10
Hide Window AltF9
Toggle Fullscreen AltF11
Move Window AltF7
Resize Window AltF8
Stick Current Window AltF6
Popup Window Menu AltSpace
Raise Current Window ShiftAltPgUp
Minimize Current Window ShiftAltPgDn

Workspaces 8

Action Shortcut
Switch to Left Workspace CtrlAlt←
Switch to Right Workspace CtrlAlt→
Switch to Workspace Above CtrlAlt↑
Switch to Workspace Below CtrlAlt↓
Move Window to Next Workspace CtrlAltEnd
Move Window to Previous Workspace CtrlAltHome
Add Workspace AltIns
Delete Last Workspace AltDel

Applications 7

Action Shortcut
Open Terminal Emulator CtrlAltT
Open Applications Menu AltF1
Application Finder (Collapsed) AltF2
Open File Manager (Thunar) SuperE
Application Finder AltF3
Open File Manager CtrlAltF
Open Desktop Menu CtrlEsc

System 7

Action Shortcut
Lock Screen CtrlAltL
Log Out CtrlAltDel
Take Window Screenshot AltPrtSc
Take Region Screenshot ShiftPrtSc
Open Task Manager CtrlShiftEsc
Kill a Window (xkill) CtrlAltEsc
Display Settings SuperP

Navigation 3

Action Shortcut
Cycle Windows AltTab
Cycle Windows in Reverse ShiftAltTab
Toggle Show Desktop CtrlAltD

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Linux edition · 35 shortcuts

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Frequently asked questions

Does the poster include every Xfce shortcut?
Xfce has 35 keyboard shortcuts on Linux — the complete list is free to read on this page. The poster features the most essential ones, curated to stay readable on a wall.
Can I print it at home?
Yes. The digital download is a high-resolution 300 DPI file you can print at home or at any print shop, in standard frame sizes.
Does it cover both Mac and Windows?
We sell a separate edition per platform so every key matches your keyboard exactly. This page is the Linux edition.
Is this an official Xfce product?
No. This is an unofficial reference poster and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Xfce. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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