Core 5 Shortcuts Cheat Card

This one-page cheat card provides the essential keyboard shortcuts for both Windows and macOS to help you reduce clicks, save energy, and streamline your digital workflow. Master these five core shortcuts to significantly improve your efficiency.

Action Windows / Linux macOS
New tab Ctrl + T ⌘ + T
Close tab Ctrl + W ⌘ + W
Focus address bar Ctrl + L ⌘ + L
Jump by word Ctrl + ← / → ⌥ + ← / →
Delete previous word Ctrl + Backspace ⌥ + Delete

Practice Tips:

  • Daily Drills: Spend 2 minutes each day practicing these shortcuts in a browser or text editor.
  • Sticky Note Cue: Write down the key combinations on a sticky note and place it near your monitor for quick reference.
  • Mouse Only When Necessary: Consciously try to use the mouse only when absolutely required.

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