I am highly resistant to mouse gestures. I prefer to use keyboard combinations for routine tasks.
When it comes to routine tasks, often useful to Google around. If you don't find an easy answer, posting a question on Superuser.com usually get's you the answer very fast.
Googling [program name] cheat sheet, is also useful to get to know the keyboard shortcuts for various routine tasks.
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