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How to Open the Clipboard in Windows 11 [+Shortcut]
Learn to view your clipboard history using the dedicated shortcut
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Updated onFebruary 21, 2024
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The Windows 11 clipboard is far much better compared to other versions in terms of features. It also comes with an emoji and GIF section that makes it more interesting and fun.
The quickest way to open Clipboard on Windows 11 is to press theWindowskey +V, as shown below. Check out our comprehensive article to find outhow to use the Windows 11 clipboard.
How can I open the Clipboard in Windows 11?
1. Use the clipboard shortcut on Windows 11
The easiest method to access the Clipboard feature on Windows 11 is to use the clipboard shortcut. You simply need to useWindows+Vin that regard.
The Clipboard will open, showing all the text and images you have opened lately.
1. Enable clipboard history on Windows 11
1.Press theWindows+Ikeyboard shortcut to openSettings.
2.Click onSystemon the left pane.
3.SelectClipboardon the right pane.
4.Toggle theClipboard historybutton on.
- Clipboard history is now enabled on your device and you can use theWindows+Vclipboard shortcut to open it.
Before you can use the dedicated Windows 11 clipboard shortcut to open the clipboard, you need to ensure that the feature is enabled via Settings.
Do keep in mind that Windows 11 only allows a maximum of 25 entries so if you exceed that number, the oldest entries will be deleted. If you however wish to keep copied items on your clipboard for longer, you can choose to pin them.
Pinning helps you keep your selected items even after you clear your Windows Clipboard history. Simply click on the pin icon next to the item you wish to keep.
How can I clear my clipboard history?
Sometimes, you may not want other people to access your history especially if using a shared computer. Toclear your Windows 11 clipboard history, follow the steps below:
Alternatively, you can also clear from Settings by clicking onClear clipboard data.
If you find yourself using the clipboard feature more often, it would be useful to also install agreat clipboard managerto help you stay organized.
What’s even better is that a majority of these clipboard managers come with enhanced features that are absent in the Windows 11 clipboard such as data encryption and lots of customization options.
Should you encounter any other issues such as theclipboard history not working, we have a handful of fixes for you to try to get back to copying and pasting seamlessly.
Do you have any other clipboard tips that you use to make your work easier? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
