Beginner
60 mins
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+90 XP

Basic Computer Functions — Click, Drag, Shortcut, Open, Close, Save

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    1 - Welcome

    Warm-up (30 seconds): Think of the last time a computer didn't respond when you clicked something. What did you do?

    Today you'll master the basic operations that make computers work smoothly: clicking, dragging, keyboard shortcuts, and window management. These are the foundation for every document, spreadsheet, and presentation you'll create in this module.

    By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

    • Demonstrate click, double-click, right-click, and drag operations confidently
    • Use essential keyboard shortcuts: Ctrl/Cmd + C (copy), V (paste), X (cut), Z (undo), S (save), A (select all)
    • Switch between applications and manage multiple windows
    • Apply these skills fluently to build your Digital Portfolio

    👇 Mark your steps as done as you complete them.

    +5 XP

    2 - Mouse Operations

    Essential Mouse Operations

    • Left-click: Selects items, clicks buttons
    • Double-click: Opens files/folders or apps
    • Right-click: Opens context menu with extra options
    • Click + drag: Moves or selects multiple items
    These skills are practiced in the next activity.

    👇 Mark your steps as done as you complete them.

    +10 XP

    3 - Keyboard Shortcuts

    Keyboard Shortcuts (Universal)

    ActionWindows/ChromebookMac
    CopyCtrl+CCmd+C
    PasteCtrl+VCmd+V
    CutCtrl+XCmd+X
    UndoCtrl+ZCmd+Z
    SaveCtrl+SCmd+S
    Select AllCtrl+ACmd+A
    These shortcuts are practiced in the Fluency Drills activity.
    +10 XP

    4 - Window Management

    Switch Between Apps

    • Windows/Chromebook: {{kbd:Alt+Tab}} switches between apps and windows
    • Mac: {{kbd:Cmd+Tab}} switches between apps
    Practice switching in the Fluency Drills below.
    +10 XP
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