This Mac keyboard shortcuts reference lists the most useful macOS shortcuts. On a Mac, the Command (⌘) key replaces Ctrl for most actions.
Editing
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| ⌘ + C / X / V | Copy / Cut / Paste |
| ⌘ + Z / ⇧⌘Z | Undo / Redo |
| ⌘ + A | Select all |
| ⌘ + S | Save |
| ⌘ + F | Find |
| ⌘ + P |
System
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| ⌘ + Tab | Switch apps |
| ⌘ + Space | Spotlight search |
| ⌘ + Q | Quit app |
| ⌘ + W | Close window |
| ⌘ + ⇧ + 3 | Screenshot (full) |
| ⌘ + ⇧ + 4 | Screenshot (area) |
| ⌘ + ⌥ + Esc | Force quit |
| ⌘ + H | Hide app |