The Ultimate Mac Shortcuts Cheat Sheet for Productivity
Mac users can significantly boost their productivity by mastering keyboard shortcuts. Here’s a list of essential Mac shortcuts to streamline your workflow.
1. Essential Navigation Shortcuts
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Command + Space → Open Spotlight Search.
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Command + Tab → Switch between open applications.
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Command + ~ → Switch between windows of the same application.
2. File and Finder Management
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Command + N → Open a new Finder window.
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Command + Shift + N → Create a new folder.
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Command + Delete → Move selected item to Trash.
3. Screenshot and Screen Recording
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Command + Shift + 3 → Capture the entire screen.
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Command + Shift + 4 → Capture a selected area.
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Command + Shift + 5 → Open screenshot options (including recording).
4.Text and Document Editing
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Command + C / Command + V → Copy/Paste.
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Command + X → Cut text or file.
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Command + Z / Command + Shift + Z → Undo/Redo actions.
5. ​Advanced Mac Shortcuts for Power Users
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Command + Option + Esc → Force quit an application.
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Command + Control + Q → Lock the screen immediately.
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Command + Shift + G → Go to a specific folder in Finder.
These shortcuts help maximize efficiency and enhance your Mac experience.
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