Keyboard shortcuts are a powerful way to enhance your productivity on macOS. Whether you’re a seasoned Mac user or a newcomer, knowing the right shortcuts can save you time and effort.
Essential macOS Keyboard Shortcuts
General Shortcuts
Shortcut
Action
Command (⌘) + C
Copy the selected item
Command (⌘) + V
Paste the copied item
Command (⌘) + X
Cut the selected item
Command (⌘) + Z
Undo the last action
Command (⌘) + Shift + Z
Redo the last undone action
Command (⌘) + A
Select all items in the current window
Command (⌘) + Q
Quit the active application
Command (⌘) + W
Close the active window
Command (⌘) + Option + Esc
Force quit an application
Finder Shortcuts
Shortcut
Action
Command (⌘) + N
Open a new Finder window
Command (⌘) + Shift + N
Create a new folder
Command (⌘) + Delete
Move the selected item to the Trash
Command (⌘) + Shift + G
Open the “Go to Folder” dialog
Command (⌘) + Option + Y
Preview the selected item in Quick Look
Window Management
Shortcut
Action
Command (⌘) + Tab
Switch between open applications
Command (⌘) + H
Hide the active application
Command (⌘) + M
Minimize the active window
Command (⌘) + Option + M
Minimize all windows of the active application
Command (⌘) + F
Enter full-screen mode
Screenshot Shortcuts
Shortcut
Action
Command (⌘) + Shift + 3
Capture the entire screen
Command (⌘) + Shift + 4
Capture a selected portion of the screen
Command (⌘) + Shift + 5
Open the screenshot toolbar for more options
Command (⌘) + Shift + 6
Capture the Touch Bar (if available)
Text Navigation
Shortcut
Action
Option + Left/Right Arrow
Move the cursor by one word
Command (⌘) + Left/Right Arrow
Move the cursor to the beginning or end of the line
Command (⌘) + Up/Down Arrow
Move the cursor to the top or bottom of the document
Option + Delete
Delete the word to the left of the cursor
Mission Control Shortcuts
Shortcut
Action
Control + Up Arrow
Open Mission Control
Control + Down Arrow
Show all windows of the active application
Control + Left/Right Arrow
Switch between Spaces
Command (⌘) + Control + F
Move the active window to a different Space
macOS Keyboard Shortcut Sticker
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Mastering these shortcuts will make your macOS experience smoother and more efficient. Start practicing today and see the difference in your productivity!
