Google Chrome Keyboard Shortcuts

macOS The Mac version uses Command (⌘) as its primary modifier. Covers tab management, address bar, DevTools, history, and bookmarks. If you work in Chrome's developer tools on a Mac, this is the most detailed shortcut reference for that workflow.

Windows The Windows version uses Ctrl as its primary modifier. F-key shortcuts (F5 to reload, F12 for DevTools) work without the Fn key by default, which differs from Mac. Covers the same categories as the Mac page plus Windows-specific shortcuts.

Linux The Linux version uses Ctrl, matching Windows. Worth checking if you run Chrome alongside a desktop environment like GNOME or KDE — a few shortcuts can conflict with system-level bindings. DevTools are fully supported.

iPhone Requires an external Bluetooth keyboard. Covers tab navigation, address bar, reload, and basic browsing actions. DevTools are not available on iPhone. The shortcut set is smaller than on desktop.

iPad Requires an external keyboard. Covers a broader set of shortcuts than iPhone, including tab management and browsing navigation. Holding the Command key on an external keyboard shows all available shortcuts in Chrome on iPadOS.

On desktop (Mac, Windows, Linux), Chrome shortcuts fall into a few main areas: tab and window management, address bar and navigation, page actions (zoom, find, reload), bookmarks, and DevTools. The DevTools shortcut set is substantial on its own — opening panels, switching between them, and navigating within the Elements, Console, Network, Sources, and Performance tabs.

On iPhone and iPad, the focus shifts to browsing navigation: switching tabs, going back and forward, reloading, and focusing the address bar. Developer tools are not accessible on mobile.

A printable PDF cheat sheet is available for each platform page. Chrome's full shortcut list — especially the DevTools section on desktop — is long enough that having it printed or in a second window is useful while learning.

Google Docs, Google Sheets, Notion, Figma, and Slack sit near Google Chrome because browser work often leads directly into writing, spreadsheets, notes, design files, and communication. Chrome is where many users open web apps, research information, inspect pages, switch tabs, and move between tools. Google Docs and Google Sheets are common Google Workspace destinations, Notion and Figma run heavily in the browser, and Slack often sits beside Chrome during daily work. These apps are related by workflow and audience, not because every browsing session uses all of them.

Does Chrome have the same shortcuts on Mac, Windows, and Linux?

The actions are the same but the modifier keys differ. Mac uses Command (⌘); Windows and Linux use Ctrl. A few platform-specific shortcuts also exist — for example, F12 opens DevTools directly on Windows, while the Mac DevTools shortcut uses a different combination. Each platform page shows the exact keys.

Does Chrome have keyboard shortcuts on iPhone and iPad?

Yes, when an external keyboard is connected. The shortcut set is smaller than on desktop — focused on tab management and browsing navigation. DevTools are not available on iOS or iPadOS.

Does the shortcut reference include Chrome DevTools shortcuts?

Yes. The Mac, Windows, and Linux platform pages include DevTools shortcuts: opening and closing the panel, switching between tabs (Elements, Console, Network, etc.), and navigating within them.

Can I get a printable version of the Chrome shortcut list?

Yes. Every Chrome platform page has a downloadable PDF cheat sheet. Free HKeys accounts include PDF downloads.

This section lists official sources and documentation for Google Chrome so you can confirm behavior, verify shortcut keys, and troubleshoot differences across platforms especially when system-level shortcuts conflict with the browser (for example, accessibility features or OS screenshot tools intercepting key combos).

For Chrome, authoritative sources typically include:

These resources also help when shortcuts “stop working” due to extension overrides, custom OS keyboard settings, or enterprise policies on managed devices. If you rely on a specific workflow — like incognito sessions, tab restoration, or hard reload behavior — official documentation is the most reliable way to confirm the exact command name and where it appears in Chrome's menus across Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile platforms.