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Discover Every Shortcut Key on Your System
Ever assigned a shortcut key to a Windows program but later forgot what it was? Shortcut Key Explorer automatically scans and displays all shortcut keys currently assigned on your system. View, manage, and edit your hotkeys in one convenient place -- no more guessing which keys are assigned to what.
Shortcut Key Explorer supports all shortcut key combinations including Ctrl+Alt, Ctrl+Shift, and more. It scans the Start Menu, Quick Launch, User Pinned shortcuts, and desktop to build a complete list of every hotkey on your machine. Double-click any entry to edit or remove its shortcut key directly. Identify duplicate hotkeys that conflict with each other, and print the list for reference.
No installation required -- just download and run. Shortcut Key Explorer is a single portable executable that leaves no trace on your system.
Who Is This For?
- Power users -- Optimize workflow by managing all keyboard shortcuts in one place.
- IT administrators -- Troubleshoot conflicts and standardize shortcut keys across machines.
- Developers -- Find conflicting hotkeys that interfere with development tools.
- Casual users -- Discover and customize shortcuts for better productivity.
Key Features
Instant System Scan
Automatically scans all shortcuts including Start Menu, Quick Launch, and User Pinned locations.
Edit Shortcut Keys
Double-click any entry to modify or remove its assigned hotkey directly.
Duplicate Detection
Quickly identify conflicting shortcut keys that use the same key combination.
Column Sorting
Sort results by name, key combination, path, or any column in ascending or descending order.
Print Support
Print your complete shortcut key list via the right-click menu for reference.
Fully Portable -- Zero Installation
No Installation Required Runs directly from an .exe file. No setup wizard, no "Next, Next, Finish."
Runs From USB Copy to a flash drive and use on any PC. IT techs carry these on a keychain for on-site support.
Leaves No Trace No files left behind after use. Delete the folder and it is gone completely.
No Registry Changes Does not modify the Windows registry, system settings, or install drivers.
Self-Contained Everything the program needs lives in its own folder. No scattered DLLs or AppData clutter.
No Admin Rights Needed Runs under standard user accounts. No UAC prompts, no IT ticket required.
Lightweight Tiny footprint, typically under 1 MB. No frameworks, runtimes, or bloated dependencies.
Instant Startup Launches in under a second. No splash screens, no loading bars, no waiting.
How It Works
- Launch Shortcut Key Explorer -- no setup required.
- The software automatically scans your system and displays all assigned shortcut keys.
- Double-click any shortcut to edit or remove its assigned hotkey.
- Identify and resolve duplicate or problematic shortcut keys.
Windows Support
Win 11
Win 10
Win 8
Win 7
Server 2022
Server 2019
Server 2012
Server 2011
Server 2008 R2
Legacy Windows Support
Vista
XP
ME
98
95
Server 2003
Server 2000
NT Server
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Screenshots
When you first launch Shortcut Key Explorer, it scans your system for all assigned Windows shortcut keys.
The main screen lists all discovered shortcut keys with their key combinations and file paths. Double-click any entry to edit its shortcut key properties.
The shortcut properties dialog shows the assigned key combination. In this example, Ctrl+Alt+W launches Word 2003. You can change or remove the shortcut key from here.
Version History
v1.04
February 2, 2018
Added Windows 10 support.
Added Print option to the right-click menu.
v1.03
February 15, 2014
Added support for Quick Launch shortcuts.
Added support for User Pinned shortcuts.
v1.02
December 2, 2011
Fixed detection of Internet Explorer website shortcuts.
Added an icon to identify the difference between application shortcuts and website shortcuts.
v1.01
February 9, 2007
Added Shift to shortcut key combinations, now supports all possible combinations.
Added column sorting (ascending and descending).
Added support for URL files with shortcut keys.
Added progress indicator on scanning UI.
Increased scan performance.
Decreased memory usage.
What Users Are Saying
★★★★★
"Found three conflicting hotkeys in minutes. I had been troubleshooting that issue for days."
-- Alan F., Developer
★★★★★
"Great for seeing all assigned shortcuts at a glance. Helped me organize my workflow."
-- Nina C., Power User
Download Shortcut Key Explorer
Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, NT, ME, 98, 95 and Server
288 KB
SHA256: 478ae477b594...49a6
Freeware
Updated: February 2, 2018
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Support Shortcut Key Explorer Development
Shortcut Key Explorer is completely free. If this tool has helped you manage your keyboard shortcuts, consider making a donation to help fund continued development and new features.
Support and Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Shortcut Key Explorer.
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Need Help?
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Uninstall
To uninstall, simply delete the program folder. No registry entries or system files are left behind.
How to Update
Download the latest version and extract over your existing folder, or to a new location. Settings are preserved.
Privacy: This software does not collect, transmit, or store any personal data. No internet connection required.
End-User License Agreement (EULA)
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