Learn How-to Use Windows Dot Shortcuts
Have you tried making shortcuts using a dot “.” mark? I just learned this in seconds while making a bunch of shortcuts for my desktop. Try to make a good use of this little trick of mine.
Here’s how you do it.
Using the Shortcut Wizard
Right-click on your desktop and create a new shortcut. The wizard asks you to type the location of the item. Type one of the following dots to achieve the corresponding results:
. - One dot opens your system32 folder
.. - Two dots opens your WINDOWS folder
Click finish to create a shortcut
Using the Run dialogue box
Press Windows key+R to launch the run dialogue box
Type “.” w/o the quotes to open your active user folder.
Type “..” w/o the quotes to open your Documents and Settings folder.
Type “…” w/o the quotes to your My Computer.
