Updated July 2026 · 5 min read
Notion Keyboard Shortcuts: Complete Cheat Sheet (2026)
Notion's block-based editor rewards keyboard users. Once you stop mousing to the sidebar and toolbar, your note-taking and project management speed doubles. This guide covers every shortcut — from block creation to markdown triggers.
Want the full interactive list? Visit the Notion shortcuts page to search and copy any shortcut.
Markdown Triggers (type at line start)
Notion supports markdown-style triggers — type these at the start of a new line followed by a space:
| Type this | Creates |
|---|---|
| # | Heading 1 |
| ## | Heading 2 |
| ### | Heading 3 |
| - | Bulleted list item |
| 1. | Numbered list item |
| [] | To-do checkbox |
| > | Toggle list |
| --- | Divider |
| ``` | Code block |
| >> | Quote block |
Text Formatting
| Action | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Bold | Ctrl + B | ⌘ + B |
| Italic | Ctrl + I | ⌘ + I |
| Underline | Ctrl + U | ⌘ + U |
| Strikethrough | Ctrl + Shift + S | ⌘ + Shift + S |
| Inline code | Ctrl + E | ⌘ + E |
| Highlight | Ctrl + Shift + H | ⌘ + Shift + H |
| Insert link | Ctrl + K | ⌘ + K |
Block Actions
| Action | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Open command menu | / | / |
| Indent block (make child) | Tab | Tab |
| Outdent block | Shift + Tab | Shift + Tab |
| Expand / collapse toggle | Ctrl + Enter | ⌘ + Enter |
| Duplicate block | Ctrl + D | ⌘ + D |
| Delete block | Backspace (on empty) | Backspace (on empty) |
| Select block above/below | Escape → ↑ / ↓ | Escape → ↑ / ↓ |
Navigation
| Action | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Quick Find (search all pages) | Ctrl + P | ⌘ + P |
| Go back | Ctrl + [ | ⌘ + [ |
| Go forward | Ctrl + ] | ⌘ + ] |
| Open page in sidebar | Ctrl + Shift + L | ⌘ + Shift + L |
| Toggle dark mode | Ctrl + Shift + L | ⌘ + Shift + L |
| New page | Ctrl + N | ⌘ + N |
3 Power-User Tips
- The / menu is faster than any shortcut. Instead of memorising every block shortcut, just type / and start typing what you want — "call" for callout, "code" for code block, "data" for database. Notion narrows results instantly.
- Tab nesting is how Notion thinks. Notion's power comes from nesting — indent to-dos under headings, notes under to-dos. Tab and Shift+Tab are the most important shortcuts to learn first.
- Ctrl+P is your second brain's search. Notion works across hundreds of pages. Quick Find (Ctrl+P) is faster than any sidebar navigation — start typing any word from any page and jump there immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I open the Notion command menu with a keyboard shortcut?
Type / anywhere in a Notion page to open the command menu. From there you can insert any block type — headings, to-dos, toggles, callouts, databases — without reaching for the mouse.
What is the Notion shortcut to search across all pages?
Press Ctrl+P (Windows) or ⌘+P (Mac) to open the Quick Find search bar. This searches across all pages, databases, and blocks in your workspace. It's the fastest way to jump to any page.
How do I create a toggle list in Notion with a keyboard shortcut?
Type > at the start of a line and press Space to create a toggle list item. You can also press Ctrl+Enter (⌘+Enter on Mac) to expand or collapse a toggle when your cursor is inside it.
Is there a shortcut to add a to-do checkbox in Notion?
Yes — type [] (two square brackets) at the start of a line and press Space to instantly create a to-do checkbox. Alternatively, use /todo from the command menu.
How do I indent and outdent blocks in Notion?
Press Tab to indent a block (making it a child of the block above), and Shift+Tab to outdent it (moving it back up a level). This works for any block type including paragraphs, lists, and to-dos.