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Learn Openbox Shortcuts for Windows
Most used Openbox Shortcuts
| Action | Openbox Shortcut keys |
|---|---|
| Close the active window | Alt + F4 |
| Show the client menu for the active window | Alt + Spacebar |
| Cycle between windows on the desktop | Alt + Tab |
| Cycle between windows on the desktop in reverse order | Alt + Shift + Tab |
| Cycle between the panel and desktop windows on the desktop | Ctrl + Alt + Tab |
| Hide all windows to show the desktop | Win + D |
| Run the Konqueror file manager | Win + E |
| Lower the active window behind other windows, and activate the last window that was in use | Alt + Esc |
| Go to the first desktop instantly | Win + F1 |
| Go to the second desktop instantly | Win + F2 |
| Go to the third desktop instantly | Win + F3 |
| Go to the fourth desktop instantly | Win + F4 |
| Go to the desktop to the left of the current one | Ctrl + Alt + Left Arrow key |
| Go to the desktop to the right of the current one | Ctrl + Alt + Right Arrow key |
| Go to the desktop above the current one | Ctrl + Alt + Up Arrow key |
| Go to the desktop below the current one | Ctrl + Alt + Down Arrow key |
| Go to the desktop to the left of the current one, and bring the active window with you | Shift + Alt + Left Arrow key |
| Go to the desktop to the right of the current one, and bring the active window with you | Shift + Alt + Right Arrow key |
| Go to the desktop above the current one, and bring the active window with you | Shift + Alt + Up Arrow key |
| Go to the desktop below the current one, and bring the active window with you | Shift + Alt + Down Arrow key |
| Move a window | Alt + Left Mouse Click |
| Resize a window | Alt + Right Mouse Click |
| Change desktops forward and backward | Alt + Mouse Scroll |
FAQs
What is Openbox?
Openbox is a free and open-source window manager for the X Window System, which is commonly used on Linux and Unix-like operating systems. It is designed to be lightweight and highly configurable, allowing users to customize their desktop environment to suit their needs.
Can I use Openbox with other desktop environments?
Yes, Openbox can be used as a standalone window manager or as part of a larger desktop environment such as Xfce or LXDE.
Is Openbox suitable for a beginner?
Openbox may not be the best choice for a beginner because it is highly customizable, which means that it requires some knowledge of how to configure the system. If you are new to Linux, it might be easier to start with a more user-friendly desktop environment such as Xfce or Gnome.
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