How to Clear Microsoft Calculator Using a Keyboard Shortcut

Last Updated: May 11, 2018

This article will show you how to clear Microsoft calculator using a keyboard shortcut. Hit the delete key to clear Microsoft calculator without having to use your mouse.

Steps

1
Use the Delete key to delete the last entry leaving the rest of the calculation in tact and ready for a new entry as part of the calculation instead. Hit the delete key instead of using the mouse to click the clear button each time to save time.
2
Use the Escape to completely clear the log that completely clears the calculator's full entry and remainder entries from the calculation so that a new string can begin the next time you start entering data.

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3
Fix some of your quick typing mistakes. Use the backspace key to take out just one number to the left of the last number you are about to type.
4
Continue using either of these to clear the calculator.

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Community Q&A

Question

The calculator cannot be reduced in size and there is no longer a minimize button. What can I do?

Zhongli, Archon of Liyue (Aasim)

Community Answer

Check that your computer is out of tablet mode and then use the keyboard shortcut Windows + Down Arrow.