Windows Key Shortcuts for Windows 10 Remote Desktops and Windows Server 2016 Remote Desktops Keysĭisplay the System Properties dialog box. Some key combinations that work in remote desktops that have a Windows Server 2012 R2 operating system do not work in remote desktops that have a Windows 10 operating system. These key combinations do work for Windows Server 2012 R2 and Windows Server 2016 remote desktops and published desktops. These key combinations do not work for published applications. Enable Windows Key for Desktops, you must press Ctrl+Win (on Windows), Ctrl+Command (on Mac), or Ctrl+Search (on Chromebook) to simulate pressing the Windows key.