Learn Essential Chrome Keyboard Shortcuts to Save Time and Effort
Chrome is the world’s most popular web browser, powering over 60% of internet browsing globally. With great customization options and speed, Chrome has become many users’ browser of choice.
However, most people only scratch the surface of what Chrome can do. Mastering keyboard shortcuts unlocks Chrome’s full potential, allowing you to navigate the web faster and more efficiently.
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Learn Essential Chrome Keyboard Shortcuts to Save Time and Effort
This guide covers the most useful Chrome keyboard shortcuts for Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iPhone/iPad users. Learning these will help you become a Chrome pro.
Key Benefits of Keyboard Shortcuts
- Save time – Keyboard shortcuts eliminate the need to take your hands off the keyboard or grab your mouse. This speeds up common tasks.
- Work more efficiently – Shortcuts reduce context switching between devices (e.g. keyboard vs mouse), helping you stay focused.
- Improve accessibility – Those with disabilities benefit greatly from keyboard navigation. Shortcuts provide alternative options.
- Enhance productivity – Expert users rely on shortcuts for quicker access and information flow. Reduce effort for frequent tasks.
- Feel more in control – Keyboard shortcuts make expert users feel more in command of their browser. Shortcuts lead to confident web use.
Windows and Linux Shortcuts
Windows and Linux users have access to the same set of handy Chrome shortcuts. From opening new tabs and windows to quickly accessing settings, bookmarks and more, these will boost productivity:
Tabs and Windows
- Open a new window –
Ctrl + n - Open a private/incognito window –
Ctrl + Shift + n - Open new tab –
Ctrl + t - Reopen closed tabs –
Ctrl + Shift + t - Jump between open tabs –
Ctrl + TaborCtrl + PgDn
Navigation and Page Actions
- Reload page –
Ctrl + r - Zoom in/out –
Ctrl + Plus/Minus - Find text on page –
Ctrl + f - View page source –
Ctrl + u - Open downloads –
Ctrl + j
Address Bar
- Jump to address bar –
Ctrl + l - Remove suggestions –
Down arrow + Shift + Delete
Bookmarks and History
- Bookmark page –
Ctrl + d - Open bookmarks –
Ctrl + Shift + o - Open history –
Ctrl + h
Advanced Actions
- Task manager –
Shift + Esc - Developer tools –
Ctrl + Shift + j
MacOS Shortcuts
MacOS has its own set of handy keyboard shortcuts tailored to Chrome on Apple devices:
Tabs and Windows
- New window –
Command + n - Private window –
Command + Shift + n - New tab –
Command + t - Reopen closed tabs –
Command + Shift + t - Next/previous tab –
Command + Option + Right/Left arrows
Navigation and Page Actions
- Reload page –
Command + r - Zoom in/out –
Command + Plus/Minus - Find text on page –
Command + f - Page source –
Command + Option + u - Open downloads –
Command + Shift + j
Address Bar
- Jump to address bar –
Command + l - Remove suggestions –
Down arrow + Shift + fn + Delete
Bookmarks and History
- Bookmark page –
Command + d - Open bookmarks –
Command + Option + b - Open history –
Command + y
Advanced Actions
- Developer tools –
Command + Option + i - Task manager – Option + Escape
Chrome Shortcuts on Mobile
Android and iPhone/iPad also have Chrome shortcuts tailored for mobile users:
Android Chrome
- New tab – Tap toolbar or swipe up
- Close all tabs – Long press overview button
- New incognito tab – Long press new tab icon
- Voice search – Tap address bar
iPhone and iPad
- New tab – Tap + icon
- Close tabs – Swipe tabs left/right
- New private tab – Tap Private icon
- Open bookmarks – Tap Bookmarks icon
- Refresh page – Pull screen downward
While less extensive than desktop, Chrome touch and gesture shortcuts boost mobile speed and convenience.
| Action | Shortcut (Windows/Linux) | Shortcut (Mac) |
|---|---|---|
| Navigation | ||
| Open new tab | Ctrl + T | Command + T |
| Open new incognito window | Ctrl + Shift + N | Command + Shift + N |
| Close tab | Ctrl + W | Command + W |
| Close current window | Ctrl + Shift + W | Command + Shift + W |
| Switch to next tab | Ctrl + Tab | Command + Tab |
| Switch to previous tab | Ctrl + Shift + Tab | Command + Shift + Tab |
| Go to specific tab (1-9) | Ctrl + (Tab number) | Command + (Tab number) |
| Reload current page | Ctrl + F5 | Command + R |
| Stop loading current page | Esc | Esc |
| Scroll down | Space | Space |
| Scroll up | Shift + Space | Shift + Space |
| Go to top of page | Home | Fn + Home |
| Go to bottom of page | End | Fn + End |
| Zoom in | Ctrl + + | Command + + |
| Zoom out | Ctrl + – | Command + – |
| Open incognito tab next to current tab | Ctrl + Shift + T (Hold Ctrl) | Command + Shift + T (Hold Option) |
| History and Bookmarks | ||
| Open history list | Ctrl + H | Command + H |
| Show bookmarks | Ctrl + Shift + B | Command + Option + B |
| Add current page to bookmarks | Ctrl + D | Command + D |
| Find and Search | ||
| Open find bar | Ctrl + F | Command + F |
| Find next | Enter | Command + G |
| Find previous | Shift + Enter | Command + Shift + G |
| Open developer tools | Ctrl + Shift + I | Command + Option + I |
| Tabs and Windows | ||
| Move tab left/right | Ctrl + Shift + ←/→ | Command + Option + ←/→ |
| Pin/unpin tab | Ctrl + Tab (Double tap) | Command + Tab (Double tap) |
| New window | Ctrl + N | Command + N |
| Minimize window | Ctrl + M | Command + M |
| Maximize window | F11 | Fn + F11 |
| Other Actions | ||
| Refresh page (ignoring cache) | Ctrl + F5 | Command + Option + R |
| Copy selected text | Ctrl + C | Command + C |
| Paste copied text | Ctrl + V | Command + V |
| Cut selected text | Ctrl + X | Command + X |
| Print current page | Ctrl + P | Command + P |
| Take screenshot | Ctrl + Shift + P (Windows 10+) | Command + Shift + 4 |
| Open download manager | Ctrl + J | Command + J |
| Clear browsing history | Ctrl + Shift + Delete | Command + Option + E |