Word Hotkeys

This is a keyboard shortcut reference for Microsoft Word, covering 491 shortcuts across 30 categories. It is useful for anyone who wants to work faster in Word without reaching for the mouse as often.

Start with Frequently used shortcuts, then move to Format characters, Edit text and graphics, and Navigate the document. Those four sections cover what most writers and editors need day to day.

Many shortcuts differ between the two platforms. This page covers both macOS and Windows, so check that you are reading the correct column or tab for your system before applying any shortcut.

No. Categories like Perform a mail merge, Use Input Method Editors for East Asian languages, and Work with right-to-left languages are only relevant in specific workflows. Focus on the sections that match what you actually do in Word.

Yes. Beyond text editing, the page includes sections for tables, outlining, footnotes, references, citations, fields, web content, and ribbon navigation, making it a broad reference for different types of Word documents.