This page is a complete keyboard shortcut reference for Edge on macOS, covering all 53 shortcuts organized into 9 sections. Whether you’re new to Edge 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 Edge. 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 Edge 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 Edge shortcuts follow standard conventions — once you learn the modifier key patterns, new shortcuts become intuitive.
Tips for Learning Shortcuts
- Practice one new Edge 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 Edge. 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 Edge, common actions like copy, paste, undo, and save are worth learning first since they apply across nearly every workflow.
Tabs & Windows18
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| New Tab | ⌘T |
| New Window | ⌘N |
| InPrivate Window | ⇧⌘N |
| Close Tab | ⌘W |
| Close Window | ⇧⌘W |
| Reopen Closed Tab | ⇧⌘T |
| Switch to Tab 1 | ⌘1 |
| Switch to Tab 2 | ⌘2 |
| Switch to Tab 3 | ⌘3 |
| Switch to Tab 4 | ⌘4 |
| Switch to Tab 5 | ⌘5 |
| Switch to Tab 6 | ⌘6 |
| Switch to Tab 7 | ⌘7 |
| Switch to Tab 8 | ⌘8 |
| Switch to Last Tab | ⌘9 |
| Previous Tab | ⌃⇧Tab |
| Next Tab | ⌃Tab |
| Toggle Tab Mute | ⌃M |
Favorites & History4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Add Favorite | ⌘D |
| Save All Tabs as Favorites | ⇧⌘D |
| Toggle Favorites Bar | ⇧⌘B |
| Open History | ⌘Y |
Find & Search5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Find | ⌘F |
| Find Next | ⌘G |
| Find Previous | ⇧⌘G |
| Search in Sidebar | ⇧⌘E |
| Search the Web | ⌥⌘F |
Page Actions7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| ⌘P | |
| Save Current Tab | ⌘S |
| Open File | ⌘O |
| Read Aloud | ⇧⌘U |
| Paste Without Formatting | ⇧⌘V |
| Clear Browsing Data | ⇧⌘Delete |
| Switch User or Guest | ⇧⌘M |
Zoom & View5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Zoom In | ⌘+ |
| Zoom Out | ⌘- |
| Reset Zoom | ⌘0 |
| Toggle Full Screen | ⌃⌘F |
| Immersive Reader | F9 |
Downloads1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Downloads | ⌥⌘L |
Developer3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Developer Tools | ⇧⌘C |
| JavaScript Console | ⌥⌘J |
| Toggle Developer Tools | F12 |
PDF3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle PDF Fit | ⌃\\ |
| Rotate PDF Left | ⌃[ |
| Rotate PDF Right | ⌃] |
Frequently Asked Questions
Access Edge shortcuts from your menu bar
KeyShortcut detects the active app and shows its shortcuts instantly. No memorization needed.