Minimize window shortcut

Windows

Mac

Win+Down restores and then minimizes the active window on Windows; Cmd+M minimizes the front window on a Mac.

Variants and related combos

Where / whatWindowsMac
Minimize all windows
Hide the app (Mac)Not on Windows

Source: Microsoft Support: Keyboard shortcuts in Windows.

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What is the minimize window shortcut?

Win+Down restores and then minimizes the active window on Windows; Cmd+M minimizes the front window on a Mac.

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