Ever find yourself leaning in or squinting at the screen? Whether you’re reading fine print, reviewing a screenshot, or trying to make sense of a spreadsheet, there’s a faster way to adjust your view.

Just hold Ctrl and scroll your mouse wheel up or down. This quick shortcut works in most programs like browsers, PDFs, Word documents, Excel sheets, and even some email platforms.

No need to click through menus or search for the zoom setting. This lets you fine-tune your view instantly so you can stay focused and work more efficiently.

It is a small trick, but one that can really smooth out your path when you are deep in the day’s tasks.

Try it the next time you need a better look. Simple, quick, and surprisingly useful.