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Keyboard Shortcuts: Google Chrome for Windows

Keystrokes to quickly change tabs, view code, print pages, and more

By Scott Orgera Scott Orgera Writer Scott Orgera is a former Lifewire writer covering tech since 2007. He has 25+ years' experience as a programmer and QA leader, and holds several Microsoft certifications including MCSE, MCP+I, and MOUS. He is also A+ certified. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on June 26, 2020 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Browsers Chrome Safari Firefox Microsoft Below is a list of keyboard shortcuts that are available in the Google Chrome web browser for Windows. These shortcuts cover a variety of purposes, ranging from opening Chrome's internal Task Manager to sending the current web page to your printer. Getty Images (momentimages #102759146)

Open Tabs and Windows

Here are some hotkey commands for opening a web page in a new tab or window. Ctrl+N: Open a new window. Ctrl+Link: Open a link in a new tab. Ctrl+Shift+N: Open a new window in Incognito Mode. Shift+Link: Open a link in a new window. Ctrl+T: Open a new tab. Ctrl+Shift+T: Reopen the last closed tab. Ctrl+O: Open a file in the browser.

Switch Between Tabs

When there are several open tabs, use these keyboard shortcuts to navigate to a different tab. Ctrl+1: Switch to the tab in position 1 on the tab strip.Ctrl+2: Switch to the tab in position 2 on the tab strip.Ctrl+3: Switch to the tab in position 3 on the tab strip.Ctrl+4: Switch to the tab in position 4 on the tab strip.Ctrl+5: Switch to the tab in position 5 on the tab strip.Ctrl+6: Switch to the tab in position 6 on the tab strip.Ctrl+7: Switch to the tab in position 7 on the tab strip.Ctrl+8: Switch to the tab in position 8 on the tab strip.Ctrl+9: Switch to the last tab on the tab strip.

Navigate in the Browser

If you've used the same browser tab to visit several web pages and want to view one of these pages again, use one of these shortcuts from the current tab. Backspace or Alt+Left Arrow: Go to the previous page.Shift+Backspace or Alt+Right Arrow: Go to the next page.

Load Pages

When pages don't load correctly, use a refresh hotkey to reload the page: F5: Reload or refresh the current page.Esc: Stop the current page from loading.Ctrl+F5: Reload the current page and refresh the cache.Shift+F5: Reload the current page and ignore cached content.

Search Within Pages

Search for specific words or phrases on a web page with these shortcuts: Ctrl+F: Open the Find in Page dialog box.Ctrl+G or F3: Find the next match from the Find in Page dialog box.Ctrl+Shift+G or Shift+F3: Find the previous match from the Find in Page dialog box.

Change Text Size

Make web pages easier to read with these hotkey combinations: Ctrl++ (Plus sign): Make text larger.Ctrl+- (Minus sign): Make text smaller.Ctrl+0: Return to default text size.

Save Copy and Paste

Copy and save text and images from web pages with these shortcuts: Ctrl+S: Save the current page.Ctrl+C: Copy selected text or images to the Clipboard.Ctrl+V or Shift+Insert: Paste the Clipboard content and preserve the formatting.Alt+Link: Save and download the web page at the link address.

Bookmarks and Browsing History

Keep track of the web pages you find interesting and informative with these key combinations: Ctrl+D: Bookmark the current page.Ctrl+H: View Browsing History.Ctrl+B: Toggle bookmarks display.Ctrl+Shift+B: Activate or disable the Bookmarks Bar.

Address Bar

Spend less time entering website addresses by using these shortcuts: Ctrl+Enter: Add www. before or .com after the text in the address bar.Ctrl+Backspace: Remove the term before the cursor in the address bar.Ctrl+L or Alt+D: Highlight the URL in the address bar.Ctrl+K or Ctrl+E: Enter a question mark in the address bar.

Views Menus and Developer Tools

When you want to see what goes on behind the scenes, use these keyboard shortcuts: Shift+Esc: View Chrome's internal Task Manager. Ctrl+J: View Downloads. Ctrl+U: View the source code of the current page. Ctrl+Shift+J: Open Chrome's Developer Tools. Alt+E or Alt+F: Open Chrome's Tools menu. Ctrl+Shift+Delete: Open the Clear Browsing Data window.

Miscellaneous

Here are a few leftover keyboard combinations you may find helpful: Ctrl+P: Print the current page. F1: Open Chrome's Help Center in a new tab or window. F6 or Shift+F6: Advance through active components on the current page, or items in Chrome's Address bar, Bookmarks bar, or Downloads bar. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire The Best Windows Keyboard Shortcuts in 2022 What Is the Google Chrome Browser? How to Manage Tabbed Browsing in Safari for macOS What Is the Windows Terminal & How Does It Work? How to Activate Full-Screen Mode in Google Chrome How to Set the Home Page to Your Favorite Website How to View the HTML Source in Google Chrome How to View Blurred Text on Websites How to Activate InPrivate Browsing Mode in IE 10 Keyboard Shortcuts: Speed up PowerPoint Presentations How to Save Web Pages in Google Chrome How to Fix It When Google Chrome Is Not Responding How to Use Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge How to Use Firefox's Privacy and Security Features How to Manage the Top Sites Feature in Safari How to Back Up Chrome Bookmarks Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies