By Ellie / Last Updated February 20, 2023

How do I create a shortcut for Windows Quick Assist?

 

I’m currently running a system with Win-10 Pro version 20H1, along with Open Shell 4.4.131 UI shell running normally. While this OS installation already has Windows Quick Assist already installed as I have confirmed, I was wondering if there was any way to create a shortcut to the Quick Assist app.”

- Question from Windows 10 Forums

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How to create Windows Quick Assist shortcut on Windows 10 and 11 [3 ways]

This part provides you with 3 ways to create Windows Quick Assist shortcut on Windows 10 and 11.

Way 1. Use the existing shortcut keys

The quickest way to open Windows Quick Assist is to use the Windows 10 Quick Assist keyboard shortcut. By pressing Win + Ctrl + Q together, you can easily launch Quick Assist.

Quick Assist Keyborad Shortcut

Way 2. Pin Quick Assist to the Start menu

It is also very convenient to launch Quick Assist from the Start menu. Let’s see how to pin Quick Assist to the Start menu.

Step 1. Press Win + S, then search “Quick Assist” in the search box. On the right side menu, click Pin to Start.

Pin to Start

Step 2. Then you can start Quick Assist from the Start menu.

Start Menu

Way 3. Pin Quick Assist to the taskbar

If you use Quick Assist frequently, pinning it to your Windows taskbar will help you get to it quickly.

Step 1. Search “Quick Assist” in the search box. On the right side menu, click Pin to taskbar.

Pin to Taskbar

Step 2. This way, you can quickly access the tool from your taskbar.

Taskbar

Bonus tip: Quick Assist alternative remote support tool for Windows

Quick Assist is a Windows built-in tool allowing you to control a remote computer over the internet and offer remote support to others. However, Quick Assist is only available on Windows 10 and 11. If your computer is running other Windows operating systems, how can you provide or receive remote support?

AnyViewer is a professional remote support software that allows you to provide remote support to a Windows PC from another PC effectively in a stable connection. It is perfectly compatible with multiple Windows operating systems. Besides, it has the following features.

  • Toolbar. It has shortcuts to some practical operations such as lock, restart, task manager, CMD in the toolbar, facilitating the remote support process.
  • Instant Chat. It has an instant chat box, allowing the controllers to communicate with the recipient during a remote support session, helping the controller to resolve the issue quicker.
  • One-to-many Support. It supports multiple remote support simultaneously, greatly saving time and energy.
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Step 1. On both computers, download, install, and launch AnyViewer. Go to Log in on one computer, and then click Sign up (if you have already signed up on its official website, you can log in directly).

Log in AnyViewer

Step 2. Fill out the signup form.

Sign Up for AnyViewer

Step 3. You should now see that you have successfully logged into AnyViewer. 

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Step 4. Sign in with the same AnyViewer account on both computers, choose the target computer, and then click the One-click control.

Connect to My Devices

Step 5. The remote desktop will appear once the connection is established. After that, you have complete control over it. 

Notes:✎...
It is recommended to upgrade your account to a Professional or Enterprise plan. What can a professional or enterprise plan brings to you:
More devices can be assigned to the same account for unattended remote support.
Connect in privacy mode to protect your privacy. This means the Controller can black out the remote PC screen and disable the remote keyboard and mouse click.
File transfer speed will be increased. Transfer speed is 500 KB/s for a free account and up to 10 MB/s for a paid account.

 

The bottom line

This post primarily introduces 3 ways to create Windows Quick Assist shortcuts. Whether you choose to use the keyboard Quick Assistshortcut keys, pin Quick Assist to the Start menu, or pin it to the toolbar, you can quickly launch Quick Assist.

If you are using a Windows version other than Windows 10 and 11, you are advised to use AnyViewer to provide or receive remote support.