This page is a complete keyboard shortcut reference for 1Password on macOS, covering all 26 shortcuts organized into 5 sections. Whether you’re new to 1Password or looking to master advanced features, this cheat sheet has every key combination you need — from basic editing and navigation to app-specific power-user actions.
Keyboard shortcuts are the fastest way to work in 1Password. Every time you use a shortcut instead of reaching for the mouse, you save a few seconds — and those seconds compound into hours over weeks and months. Start with the shortcuts you use most (copy, paste, undo, save), then gradually add app-specific ones as they become relevant to your workflow. Bookmark this page or download the PDF cheat sheet for quick reference.
Using keyboard shortcuts in 1Password reduces context switching between keyboard and mouse, helping you maintain focus and work more efficiently. Research shows that shortcut-driven workflows can save up to 8 working days per year compared to menu-driven navigation. On macOS, most 1Password shortcuts follow standard conventions — once you learn the modifier key patterns, new shortcuts become intuitive.
Tips for Learning Shortcuts
- Practice one new 1Password shortcut each day. Muscle memory builds faster when you focus on a single combination at a time rather than trying to learn them all at once.
- Print or bookmark this page for quick reference while working in 1Password. Having shortcuts visible nearby helps bridge the gap between looking them up and recalling them from memory.
- Start with the shortcuts you use most. In 1Password, common actions like copy, paste, undo, and save are worth learning first since they apply across nearly every workflow.
Global2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Show Quick Access | ⇧⌘Space |
| Lock 1Password | ⇧⌘L |
App - Item actions9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| New Item | ⌘N |
| Edit Item | ⌘E |
| Save Changes | ⌘S |
| Open in New Window | ⌘O |
| Reveal/Conceal Fields | ⌘R |
| Copy Username | ⌘C |
| Copy Password | ⇧⌘C |
| Copy One-Time Password | ⌥⌘C |
| Open Website & Autofill | ⇧⌘F |
App - Window6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle Sidebar | ⇧⌘D |
| Zoom In | ⌘+ |
| Zoom Out | ⌘- |
| Actual Size | ⌘0 |
| Minimize to Dock | ⌘M |
| Close Window | ⌘W |
Browser extension2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Browser Pop-up | ⇧⌘X |
| Password Generator | ⌘G |
Frequently Asked Questions
Access 1Password shortcuts from your menu bar
KeyShortcut detects the active app and shows its shortcuts instantly. No memorization needed.