Unlock Hidden Potential: The UPMC Shift-Select Trick Explained
Unlock Hidden Potential: The UPMC Shift-Select Trick Explained
Are you a UPMC employee struggling to navigate the seemingly endless array of systems and applications? Do you find yourself spending precious time searching for specific information or struggling with cumbersome selection processes? Then you need to know about the UPMC shift-select trick – a powerful, often overlooked shortcut that can dramatically boost your efficiency. This technique, while simple, can unlock hidden potential in your daily workflow, saving you time and frustration.
This blog post will thoroughly explain the UPMC shift-select trick, detailing its functionality, benefits, and practical applications across various UPMC systems. We'll cover different scenarios and provide step-by-step instructions, ensuring you can master this crucial skill.
What is the UPMC Shift-Select Trick?
The UPMC shift-select trick leverages the ubiquitous "Shift" key on your keyboard to enable contiguous selection within various UPMC applications. Instead of painstakingly clicking individual items, you can select multiple items in a list, grid, or other selectable interface by holding down the "Shift" key while clicking. This is particularly useful when:
- Selecting consecutive items in a list: Need to select rows 5 through 10 in a patient list? Click row 5, hold "Shift," and then click row 10 – all rows in between will be automatically selected.
- Highlighting text: Quickly select a large block of text in an email or document. Simply place your cursor at the start of the section, hold "Shift," and move the cursor to the end.
- Choosing multiple files: In file explorer, select the first file, hold "Shift," then click the last file to select all files in between. This is invaluable for bulk actions like printing or deleting.
Benefits of Using the Shift-Select Trick:
- Significant time savings: Dramatically reduce the time spent selecting individual items.
- Increased efficiency: Streamline your workflow and complete tasks faster.
- Reduced errors: Minimize the risk of accidentally omitting or selecting incorrect items.
- Improved accuracy: Ensures precise selection of desired items.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Locate the "Shift" key: This is typically located near the bottom left or right of your keyboard.
- Identify the selectable items: Determine the items you want to select within the UPMC application.
- Click the first item: Place your cursor on the first item you wish to select and click.
- Hold down the "Shift" key: Press and hold the "Shift" key.
- Click the last item: Click on the last item in the desired selection. All items between your first and last clicks will now be selected.
- Release the "Shift" key: Release the "Shift" key.
Applications Across UPMC Systems:
This technique is applicable across a wide range of UPMC systems, including MyUPMC, Epic, and various internal applications. Experiment with this shortcut in different contexts to maximize its benefits.
Mastering the UPMC shift-select trick is a small investment of time that yields significant returns in efficiency and productivity. So, start using this powerful shortcut today and unlock your hidden potential within the UPMC system! Don't forget to share this tip with your colleagues!