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When you press [Ctrl+N] while in the Getting Started Window in LabVIEW, it creates a new VI (Virtual Instrument). This shortcut is a convenient way to quickly start a new programming task, allowing users to initiate a fresh VI without navigating through menus.

In LabVIEW, a VI is the fundamental building block for developing applications, and it encapsulates the graphical code (block diagram) and user interface (front panel) in a single file. The ability to create a new VI directly through this shortcut enhances workflow efficiency, especially for developers who frequently create new VIs as part of their programming tasks.

Other options, while related to creating or opening items in LabVIEW, do not accurately capture the direct result of the [Ctrl+N] command in the context of the Getting Started Window. The New dialog box and create project dialog box suggest a more complex process involving user input for specifics, while simply creating a new project implies a broader undertaking than just starting a single VI. Hence, the direct and immediate action of creating a new VI is the most accurate response for this scenario.