Basic and advance shortcut keys in Microsoft Edge Browser

Microsoft Edge is a fast, secure, and modern web browser that offers a variety of shortcut keys that can save time and speed up your workflow. In this article, we’ll explore both basic and advanced shortcut keys in Edge to navigate the browser with ease and efficiency.

Benefits of Shortcut Keys in Microsoft Edge

Using Keyboard shortcuts in Microsoft Edge can provide several benefits, that are:

• Increase in Speed: Keyboard shortcuts allow you to perform tasks without switching between your keyboard and mouse, which can save you time and effort. This is especially beneficial for frequent actions like switching tabs, navigating through web pages, and managing browser settings.
• Reduced Hand Strain: By minimizing mouse use, keyboard shortcuts can help reduce hand strain and fatigue, especially for prolonged browsing sessions. This can be particularly helpful for users with repetitive strain injuries or other hand-related conditions.
• Good for Accessibility: Keyboard shortcuts can make Edge more accessible to users with disabilities, such as those who have difficulty using a mouse or trackpad. By providing alternative ways to interact with the browser, keyboard shortcuts can improve their browsing experience and overall productivity.
• Let you stay Focused: Using keyboard shortcuts can help you stay focused on your tasks by minimizing distractions caused by mouse movements. This can be particularly beneficial when working on complex projects or tasks that require deep concentration.

Basic Shortcut Keys

These shortcuts form the foundation for efficient browsing and can be used to perform common tasks quickly and easily.

Basic Shortcut Keys in Microsoft Edge
Windows/Linux	Mac	Working
Ctrl+T	Command+T	Open a new tab
Ctrl+Shift+T	Command+Shift+T	Reopen the last closed tab
Ctrl+W/Ctrl+F4	Command+W	Close the current tab
Ctrl+Tab	Command+Tab	Switch to the next tab
Ctrl+Shift+Tab	Command+Shift+Tab	Switch to the previous tab
Alt+Home	Option+Home	Go to the home page
Ctrl+L	Command+L	Focus on the address bar
Alt+Left Arrow	Option+Left Arrow	Go back to the previous page
Alt+Right Arrow	Option+Right Arrow	Go forward to the next page
F5/Ctrl+R	Command+R	Reload the current page
Ctrl+F	Command+F	Open the Find on Page tool
Ctrl+G	Command+G	Jump to the next find the result
Ctrl+Shift+G	Command+Shift+G	Jump to the previous find result
Ctrl+H	Command+H	Open browsing history
Ctrl+E	Command+E	Open a search query in the address bar
Ctrl+A	Command+A	Select All the text
Ctrl+X	Command+X	Cut selected text
Ctrl+C	Command+C	Copy selected text
Ctrl+V	Command+V	Paste copied text
Ctrl+Z	Command+Z	Undo any changes
Ctrl+Shift+Z	Command+Shift+Z	Redo any changes
Ctrl+P	Command+P	Print the current page
Ctrl+S	Command+S	Save the current page
F11	F11	Toggle full-screen mode
Esc	Esc	Exit full-screen mode
Ctrl++	Command++	Zoom in
Ctrl+-	Command+-	Zoom out

Advance Shortcut Keys

The following shortcuts are for advanced users of Edge browsers who use these features that are not used by any normal user.

Advance Shortcut Keys in Microsoft Edge
Windows/Linux	Mac	Working
Ctrl+Shift+N	Command+Shift+N	Open a new incognito window
Ctrl+M	Command+M	Mute the current tab (toggle)
Ctrl+J	Command+J	Go to the downloads page
Alt+F4	Option+F4	Close Edge
Ctrl+Shift+B	Command+Shift+B	Show/Hide Bookmarks bar
Ctrl+D	Command+D	Bookmark the current page
Ctrl+Shift+E	Command+Shift+E	Open Search Pane
Ctrl+Shift+H	Command+Shift+H	View browsing history
F6	F6	Cycle between the address bar, tabs, and search box
Spacebar	Spacebar	Scroll down one page
Shift+Spacebar	Shift+Spacebar	Scroll up one page
Home	Home	Go to the top of the page
End	End	Go to the bottom of the page
Shift+F5/Ctrl+Shift+R	Command+Shift+R	Reload the current tab, ignoring cached content
Alt + Shift + B	Option+Shift+B	Set focus on the first item in the favorites bar
F3	F3	Repeat the last find
Ctrl+Shift+S	Command+Shift+S	Open the Web Capture tool
Ctrl+Shift+P	Command+Shift+P	Open the Print Preview
F12/Ctrl+Shift+J/Ctrl+Shift+I	Command+Shift+J	Open Developer Tools
F7	F7	Turn caret browsing on or off
F10	F10	Set focus on the Settings and more button
Shift + F10	Shift + F10	Open context menu
Ctrl+U	Command+U	View source of the current page

Conclusion

Shortcut keys are allows Edge users a faster, more efficient way to navigate the browser and perform common tasks. By mastering both basic and advanced shortcuts, you can elevate your browsing experience and become a power user of Microsoft Edge.