Window handle in which the slider (4) is arranged on the upper side of the handle. The upper surface of the slider is set at the same height as the contour of the handle (1-6). The locking mechanism consists of an axially displaceable lock (16) with at least three tumblers which is unlockable by a key (31). The slider has a toothed strip (6) in meshing engagement with a gear wheel (23).