Basic and advance shortcut keys in Onion Tor Browser

Tor is an instrument developed to improve secure, safe navigation on the World Wide Web. In addition to its default functions, there are several shortcut keys in Tor that users can use to enhance their experience when using Tor and for improved navigation. This article will discuss simple and complex shortcuts for Tor, which include various aspects that you can use to make your experience with this privacy-oriented web browser better.

Basic Shortcut Keys:

Command	Description
Ctrl + Shift + L (Cmd + Shift + L on Mac)	This makes it possible for the Tor browser’s native no-script menu to be used in controlling Java script, plug-in, well as any other executable materials on internet sites. Scripts may be enabled or disabled for improvement of safety and privacy purposes
Ctrl + Shift + H (Cmd + Shift + H on Mac)	On exiting, the Tor browser automatically deletes one’s browsing history. On the other hand, when you need to clear the history of your browsing as well as the bookmarks and other private information manually, using this shortcut takes you to the history menu
Ctrl + Shift + D (Cmd + Shift + D on Mac)	The user will need to click on this short cut in order to access Tor’s browser book marks menu wherein he/she can effectively manage saved websites
Ctrl + L (Cmd + L on Mac)	The shortcut puts the cursor directly in the address bar, allowing one to easily carry out a web search or enter the URL.

Advanced Shortcut Keys:

Command	Description
Ctrl + Shift + U (Cmd + Shift + U on Mac)	The opening of the about: config page gives access to advanced settings in this case. They will also have the option of changing different settings in order for them to be more comfortable as they surf tor.
Ctrl + Shift + M (Cmd + Shift + M on Mac)	It is a short cut for opening up Responsive Design Mode that enables users test their site’s responsiveness on varying screen sizes. It can be very helpful to web designers or those who are trying to solve problems relating to the display of a site.
Ctrl + Shift + B (Cmd + Shift + B on Mac)	Show/hide the side bar on the Tor browser that has book markers history and synced tabs.
Ctrl + Shift + E (Cmd + Shift + E on Mac)	This coupling unlocks Tor browser’s multi-container menu that allows one to create and maintain separate browsing containers. Apart from securing information privacy, containers separate websites and make them communicate only through the ports.
Ctrl + Shift + Delete (Cmd + Shift + Delete on Mac)	Brings up the Clear All History box that enables a user to specify which information to delete, such as browsing history, cookies, and site details.
Ctrl + T (Cmd + T on Mac)	A new tab is always opened for Tor Browser.
Ctrl + Shift + P (Cmd + Shift + P on Mac)	Starts a separate window for private browsing thereby prohibiting any history storage.
Ctrl + N (Cmd + N on Mac)	Create a new Tor Browser window.
Ctrl + W (Cmd + W on Mac)	Closes the current tab.
Ctrl + Shift + N (Cmd + Shift + N on Mac)	Brings up a separate non-private mode browsing page/window.
Ctrl + Tab (Cmd + Tab on Mac)	Switches between open tabs.
Ctrl + Shift + Tab (Cmd + Shift + Tab on Mac)	Rearranges those on top in ascending order when swapping between open tabs.
Ctrl + 1 to Ctrl + 8 (Cmd + 1 to Cmd + 8 on Mac)	Goes directly to a particular tab depending on its order number.
Ctrl + 9 (Cmd + 9 on Mac)	Jumps to the last tab.
F5 (Cmd + R on Mac)	Refreshes the current page.
Ctrl + F (Cmd + F on Mac)	Searches for text in the current page
Ctrl + G (Cmd + G on Mac)	Move to the next item of the Find Bar.
Ctrl + Shift + G (Cmd + Shift + G on Mac)	Navigates to the previous match in the find bar.

Conclusion:

Taking time to learn the shortcuts on the Tor browser is bound to make surfing much more convenient and even safer. These shortcuts help a casual user navigate the internet safely and quickly as well as empowering someone who is a web developer in traversing the internet with ease. Try these alternatives to see if they can improve your browsing experience using Tor browser and maximize one of the most remarkable privacy tools in the marketplace.