This guide covers shortcuts for macOS and Windows. Mobile platforms (iOS/iPadOS) support external keyboard shortcuts when connected. Use the tabs below to see platform-specific shortcuts.
General
- macOS
- Windows
- Cancel:
Esc - Open Settings:
Cmd+, - See All Keyboard Shortcuts:
Cmd+Option+,
Navigation
Move through your documents and spaces efficiently with these navigation shortcuts.- macOS
- Windows
Basic Navigation
- Navigate Back:
Cmd+←orCmd+[orCmd+Option+← - Navigate Forward:
Cmd+→ - Navigate Into:
Cmd+Option+→orCmd+Option+] - Quick Open:
Cmd+O - Go to Daily Note:
Cmd+Option+N - Open Link:
Cmd+Option+Return
- Toggle Focus Mode:
Cmd+. - Toggle Left Sidebar:
Cmd+\ - Zoom In:
Cmd++ - Zoom Out:
Cmd+- - Actual Size:
Cmd+0
The Quick Open (
Cmd+O) isn’t just for documents. Type “Home”, “Calendar”, “Tasks”, or view names like “Starred” or “All Docs” to navigate anywhere in Craft instantly.Documents and Search
- macOS
- Windows
- New Document:
Cmd+N - New Quick Note:
Cmd+Option+N - Delete Document:
Delete - Search in Space:
Cmd+F - Copy Deeplink to Current View or Page:
Cmd+Option+L - Copy Deeplink to Selected Document or Block:
Cmd+Option+Shift+L
Tasks
Manage your tasks quickly without lifting your hands from the keyboard.- macOS
- Windows
In Documents
- Mark Task as Done:
Cmd+Option+T - Mark Task as Canceled:
Cmd+Option+Shift+T
- Mark Task as Done:
Cmd+Option+T - Mark Task as Canceled:
Cmd+Option+Shift+T - Create New Task:
Space - Point at a document or day to create the task in that location
- Navigate Tasks:
↑/↓ - Open Task Details:
Return - Return to Task List:
Esc
- Navigate Dates: Arrow keys
- Select Date:
Return
Editing
Core editing shortcuts for inserting, modifying, and managing blocks.- macOS
- Windows
Insert New BlockCommentsOther
- Below Current Block:
Space - Above Current Block:
Shift+Space - Open Insert Panel:
Cmd+Shift+Return
- Edit Text Block:
Return - Edit Page Block:
Shift+Return - End Editing:
Esc - Duplicate Block:
Cmd+D - Duplicate Block (Drag):
Option+Drag - Delete Block:
Delete - Open Assistant:
Cmd+Return
Option+drag is often faster than Cmd+D for duplicating blocks. It works on any block type and preserves all formatting and links. Simply hold Option while dragging a block to create a duplicate.
- Add or View Comments:
Cmd+Shift+M
- Open Context Menu:
Ctrl+Return
The context menu shortcut (Ctrl+Return) provides keyboard-only access to all context actions, offering an alternative to right-clicking. This improves accessibility and enables faster keyboard-first workflows.
- Undo:
Cmd+Z - Redo:
Cmd+Shift+Z - Search:
Cmd+F - Use Selection to Search:
Cmd+E - Print:
Cmd+P
Style and Formatting
Apply text styles, formatting, and decorations to your content.- macOS
- Windows
Text Size
- Increase:
Ctrl++ - Decrease:
Ctrl+-
- Title:
Ctrl+1 - Subtitle:
Ctrl+2 - Heading:
Ctrl+3 - Strong:
Ctrl+4 - Body:
Ctrl+5 - Caption:
Ctrl+6 - Page:
Cmd+Shift+P - Card:
Cmd+Shift+L
- To-Do List:
Cmd+Option+6 - Toggle List:
Cmd+Option+7 - Open/Close Toggle:
Cmd+Option+T - Bullet List:
Cmd+Option+8 - Numbered List:
Cmd+Option+9 - No List:
Cmd+Option+0
- Focus:
Cmd+Shift+I - Block:
Cmd+Shift+'
- Increase Indent:
Tab - Decrease Indent:
Shift+Tab
- Bold:
Cmd+B - Italic:
Cmd+I - Code:
Cmd+Shift+C - Strikethrough:
Cmd+Shift+- - Link:
Cmd+K - Block Link:
Cmd+Shift+K - Highlight:
Cmd+Shift+B - Type Equation:
Cmd+Shift+E
- Copy Format:
Cmd+Option+C - Paste Format:
Cmd+Option+V
Organize
Move blocks around and organize your content structure.- macOS
- Windows
Move Selected Blocks
- Move Up:
Cmd+Option+↑ - Move Down:
Cmd+Option+↓ - Move to Top:
Cmd+Shift+↑ - Move to Bottom:
Cmd+Shift+↓ - Move to New Document(s):
Cmd+Ctrl+N
- Group:
Cmd+G - Ungroup:
Cmd+Shift+G
- Cut:
Cmd+X - Copy:
Cmd+C - Paste:
Cmd+V - Paste Without Formatting:
Cmd+Shift+V - Copy Deeplink to Current View:
Cmd+Option+L - Copy Deeplink to Current Selection:
Cmd+Option+Shift+L
Window and Tabs
- macOS
- Windows
Window Management
- New Window:
Cmd+Shift+N - Close Current Tab or Window:
Cmd+W - Full Screen:
Fn+F
- New Tab:
Cmd+T - Switch to Tab 1-9:
Cmd+1throughCmd+9 - Switch to Next Tab:
Ctrl+TaborCmd+Shift+] - Switch to Previous Tab:
Ctrl+Shift+TaborCmd+Shift+[ - Reopen Last Closed Tab:
Cmd+Shift+T
Custom Shortcuts (macOS)
For any action listed in the Craft menu (whether it has a default shortcut or not), you can set up a custom shortcut from macOS System Settings:
Learn more about macOS keyboard shortcuts
Essential Shortcuts for Beginners
If you’re new to Craft, start with these frequently-used shortcuts:- macOS
- Windows
Top 10 to Master First
Cmd+N– Create new documentCmd+O– Quick Open (navigate anywhere)Cmd+K– Create linkCmd+G– Group blocks into a pageCmd+Return– Open AI AssistantCmd+Option+↑/↓– Move blocks up/downCmd+B– Bold textCmd+.– Toggle focus mode/– Open slash command menuCmd+F– Search
Tips for Keyboard-First Workflows
Start with the slash command: Type/ to access almost any feature without leaving your keyboard. This is often faster than remembering individual shortcuts.
Use Quick Open liberally: Cmd+O (macOS) or Ctrl+O (Windows) is your navigation hub. Type any document name, view name, or even “Calendar” or “Tasks” to jump anywhere.
Combine shortcuts: Many power users chain shortcuts together. For example: Cmd+G to group blocks, then immediately Cmd+Shift+P to style them as pages.
Learn one category at a time: Don’t try to memorize everything at once. Master navigation shortcuts first, then editing, then styling.
Some shortcuts may not work when your keyboard is set to a non-English layout. This is particularly true on Web app and Windows, which are only available in English. The keyboard layout can cause some shortcuts to shift or stop working.
Related Resources
Formatting and Styling
Learn about text formatting options
Blocks and Pages
Understand Craft’s block structure
Navigation Basics
Navigate Craft efficiently