What does Ctrl+Y do?

In Microsoft Word on Windows, Ctrl+Y restores a change after Undo. On macOS, use Cmd + Y for the documented equivalent in Microsoft Word. Use it when you want to redo in that application; other apps may assign the same keys differently.

Recorded actions and binding evidence

Also works in: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Lightroom, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Notepad++, IntelliJ IDEA, Notion.

Context

Redo and Repeat are related but different commands. documented Windows editing uses these keys for Redo. An application may repeat an operation instead or have no remaining redo history. Check the action label and inspect the restored change before repeating the shortcut.

Use the binding for your application and platform. Custom keymaps, keyboard layouts and intercepted system keys can change the behavior you observe.

Practical checks

• Focus the application whose recorded action you intend to use.
• Check whether a custom keymap, keyboard language, browser extension or remote session intercepts these keys.
• Consult the application's shortcut settings and source links before choosing a platform equivalent.

Continue your task

• Redo Keyboard Shortcut
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• Google Sheets shortcuts
• Microsoft Word: Windows to Mac
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