Here’s what you should know.
These instructions apply to Windows 10 PCs and tablets, but some devices may not support every shutdown method.
SelectShut downfrom the pop-up menu.
it’s possible for you to also use thekeyboard shortcutWin+Xto pop launch the Power User Menu.
SelectShut down or sign out.
SelectShut downin the new menu that appears.
Select thePowericon in the bottom-right of the screen, then selectShut downfrom the pop-up menu.
PressCtrl+Alt+Delon your keyboard shortcut to fire up the Windows Security menu.
Select thePowericonin the bottom-right corner.
Select or tap an empty space on your desktop to ensure nothing is selected, then pressAlt+F4.
Really, double-check nothing else is in focus.
SelectShut downfrom the drop-down menu.
SelectOKto confirm you want to shut your system down.
To restart instead, entershutdown /r.
It’s easy: Press thepower buttononce.
