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ChatGPT Keyboard Shortcuts (2026)

Work 10x faster with these essential ChatGPT keyboard shortcuts. Updated for the latest version.

Why Keyboard Shortcuts Matter for ChatGPT

Whether you're using ChatGPT for coding, writing, or research, these shortcuts will save you hours every week. No more reaching for the mouse — everything you need is at your fingertips.

Essential ChatGPT Shortcuts

ActionWindows / LinuxmacOS
Submit MessageCtrl + EnterCmd + Enter
New ChatCtrl + Shift + OCmd + Shift + O
Previous Message (Edit)↑ Arrow↑ Arrow
Next Message↓ Arrow↓ Arrow
Stop GeneratingCtrl + Shift + SCmd + Shift + S
Custom InstructionsCtrl + Shift + KCmd + Shift + K
Select AllCtrl + ACmd + A
Copy SelectedCtrl + CCmd + C
Find in ChatCtrl + FCmd + F
Toggle Dark ModeCtrl + Shift + DCmd + Shift + D

ChatGPT Desktop App Shortcuts

The ChatGPT Desktop app (Windows & Mac) has additional shortcuts for voice mode and quick actions:

ActionShortcut
Open Voice ModeCtrl + Shift + V
Quick SearchCtrl + K
Toggle SidebarCtrl + B
Open SettingsCtrl + ,

Pro Tips

  • ✓Use Up Arrow to edit: Hit Up to load your last prompt, edit it, and resubmit. Perfect for iterative prompts.
  • ✓Ctrl+K is your friend: The quick search works like VS Code's command palette — find any past conversation instantly.
  • ✓Custom Instructions stick: Set your preferences once with Ctrl+Shift+K and ChatGPT remembers them forever.

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