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Quick Reference

Press Cmd/Ctrl + / anytime to see all available shortcuts.
Use Cmd on macOS and Ctrl on Windows/Linux. Most shortcuts work across all platforms.

Essential Shortcuts

Learn these 10 shortcuts first for maximum productivity:

New Chat

Cmd/Ctrl + NStart a fresh conversation instantly

Quick Search

Cmd/Ctrl + KSearch everything - chats, files, commands

Toggle Sidebar

Cmd/Ctrl + BShow/hide the left navigation sidebar

Send Message

Enter or Cmd/Ctrl + EnterSend your message in chat

New Line

Shift + EnterAdd line break without sending

Switch Model

Cmd/Ctrl + MOpen model selector

Find in Chat

Cmd/Ctrl + FSearch within current conversation

Edit Last Message

(Up Arrow)Edit your most recent message

Settings

Cmd/Ctrl + ,Open settings panel

Show Shortcuts

Cmd/Ctrl + /Display all keyboard shortcuts
ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + NNew chat
Cmd/Ctrl + KQuick search / Command palette
Cmd/Ctrl + BToggle sidebar
Cmd/Ctrl + ,Open settings
Cmd/Ctrl + /Show all shortcuts
EscClose dialog/cancel action

Chat Navigation

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + ↑Previous message
Cmd/Ctrl + ↓Next message
Cmd/Ctrl + HomeScroll to top of chat
Cmd/Ctrl + EndScroll to bottom of chat
Edit last message (when input is empty)
Navigate forward in history
ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + 1Go to Home
Cmd/Ctrl + 2Go to Recent Chats
Cmd/Ctrl + 3Go to Starred
Cmd/Ctrl + 4Go to Projects
Cmd/Ctrl + 5Go to Integrations

Chat Input Shortcuts

Composing Messages

ShortcutAction
EnterSend message (default)
Cmd/Ctrl + EnterSend message (alternate)
Shift + EnterNew line in message
Cmd/Ctrl + ASelect all text in input
Cmd/Ctrl + ZUndo
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + ZRedo
EscCancel message composition
You can change send behavior in Settings > Preferences. Choose whether Enter sends or adds a new line.

Text Formatting

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + BBold text (in markdown)
Cmd/Ctrl + IItalic text (in markdown)
Cmd/Ctrl + UUnderline text
Cmd/Ctrl + KInsert link
Cmd/Ctrl + `Inline code

File Operations

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + VPaste (includes images)
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + VPaste plain text
Cmd/Ctrl + OOpen file picker
Drag & DropUpload files

Message Actions

Interacting with Messages

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + CCopy selected text
Cmd/Ctrl + ASelect all in message
Double-clickSelect word
Triple-clickSelect paragraph
Cmd/Ctrl + FFind in conversation

Message Management

ShortcutAction
EEdit message (when hovering)
RRegenerate response
CCopy message
DeleteDelete message (with confirmation)
SStar conversation

Canvas Shortcuts

Canvas Navigation

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + Alt + COpen Canvas
Cmd/Ctrl + WClose Canvas
Cmd/Ctrl + SSave Canvas (auto-saves anyway)
Cmd/Ctrl + PPreview Canvas
EscExit Canvas mode

Canvas Editing

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + ZUndo
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + ZRedo
Cmd/Ctrl + XCut
Cmd/Ctrl + CCopy
Cmd/Ctrl + VPaste
Cmd/Ctrl + ASelect all
Cmd/Ctrl + FFind in Canvas
Cmd/Ctrl + HFind and replace

Canvas Formatting

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + BBold
Cmd/Ctrl + IItalic
Cmd/Ctrl + UUnderline
Cmd/Ctrl + KInsert link
Cmd/Ctrl + LInsert link (alternate)
Cmd/Ctrl + Alt + IAI assistance menu
Cmd/Ctrl + `Code block

Code Canvas Specific

ShortcutAction
TabIndent / Autocomplete
Shift + TabOutdent
Cmd/Ctrl + /Toggle comment
Cmd/Ctrl + ]Indent line
Cmd/Ctrl + [Outdent line
Cmd/Ctrl + DDuplicate line
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + KDelete line
Alt + ↑/↓Move line up/down

Model & Tool Shortcuts

Model Selection

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + MOpen model selector
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + MSwitch to favorite model
Number keys (1-9)Select model (when selector open)
EscClose model selector

Tool Toggles

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + WToggle Web Search
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + CToggle Canvas mode
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + IToggle Code Interpreter
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + MToggle Memory
Tool shortcuts may vary based on your current context and enabled features.

Project & Workspace Shortcuts

Project Management

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + NNew project
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + OOpen project
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + SShare current project
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + PProject settings

Team Collaboration

ShortcutAction
@Mention team member
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + EShare conversation
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + IInvite member

Search & Command Palette

Quick Search (Cmd/Ctrl + K)

When you press Cmd/Ctrl + K, you open the powerful command palette: Search capabilities:
  • 🔍 Search all conversations
  • 📁 Find projects
  • 📄 Locate files
  • ⚡ Execute commands
  • 🎯 Jump to settings
Search operators:
in:project-name        Search within specific project
from:model-name        Find chats using specific model
after:2024-01-01       Chats after date
before:2024-12-31      Chats before date
has:file               Chats with file uploads
is:starred             Only starred conversations
Example searches:
in:work-project authentication
from:gpt-4 typescript examples
has:file after:2024-01-01

Settings Shortcuts

Quick Settings Access

ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + ,General settings
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + ,Account settings
Cmd/Ctrl + Alt + ,Advanced settings

Within Settings

ShortcutAction
TabNext field
Shift + TabPrevious field
EnterSave/Apply
EscClose settings
Cmd/Ctrl + FSearch settings

Browser-Specific Shortcuts

Standard Browser Controls

These work in ZeroTwo as they do in your browser:
ShortcutAction
Cmd/Ctrl + RRefresh page
Cmd/Ctrl + TNew tab
Cmd/Ctrl + WClose tab
Cmd/Ctrl + +Zoom in
Cmd/Ctrl + -Zoom out
Cmd/Ctrl + 0Reset zoom
F5Refresh
F11Full screen

Accessibility Shortcuts

Screen Reader Support

ShortcutAction
TabNavigate between elements
Shift + TabNavigate backwards
EnterActivate element
SpaceToggle checkbox/button
EscExit modal/dialog
ShortcutAction
HNext heading
Shift + HPrevious heading
KNext link
Shift + KPrevious link
BNext button
Shift + BPrevious button

Custom Shortcuts (Pro)

Pro and Team users can customize shortcuts:
1

Open Settings

Go to Settings > Keyboard Shortcuts
2

Find Action

Search for the action you want to customize
3

Record New Shortcut

Click on the shortcut field and press your desired key combination
4

Save Changes

Click Save to apply your custom shortcuts
Avoid conflicts with browser or system shortcuts. ZeroTwo will warn you if there’s a conflict.

Platform-Specific Notes

macOS

  • Use Cmd instead of Ctrl for most shortcuts
  • Option key for alternate actions
  • Three-finger swipe for navigation (trackpad)

Windows/Linux

  • Use Ctrl for most shortcuts
  • Alt key for alternate actions
  • Some shortcuts may vary by Linux distribution

Web vs Desktop

Web version:
  • Full keyboard support
  • Some browser shortcuts may override
  • Works in all modern browsers
Desktop app (coming soon):
  • System-level shortcuts
  • Better integration
  • Offline capabilities

Tips for Learning Shortcuts

Learn these 5 first:
  1. Cmd/Ctrl + N - New chat
  2. Cmd/Ctrl + K - Search
  3. Cmd/Ctrl + B - Toggle sidebar
  4. Enter - Send message
  5. Shift + Enter - New line
Master these before moving to advanced shortcuts.
Cmd/Ctrl + K gives you access to everything:
  • Type to search for any action
  • See shortcuts listed next to actions
  • Execute without memorizing
Great for discovering new shortcuts!
In Settings > Preferences:
  • Enable “Show keyboard shortcuts in tooltips”
  • Hover over buttons to see shortcuts
  • Learn as you explore the interface
Build muscle memory:
  • Use shortcuts instead of clicking
  • Start with one new shortcut per day
  • Create a personal cheat sheet
  • Review this guide weekly

Printable Cheat Sheet

Download PDF

[Coming soon] Download a printable reference card

Desktop Wallpaper

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Troubleshooting

Common issues:
  • Browser extension conflict
  • System shortcut override
  • Different keyboard layout
  • Caps Lock enabled
Solutions:
  • Try in incognito mode
  • Check system keyboard settings
  • Verify keyboard language
  • Disable conflicting extensions
Causes:
  • Similar shortcut combination
  • Browser default behavior
  • Context-specific shortcut
Fix:
  • Check the shortcut help (Cmd/Ctrl + /)
  • Verify you’re in correct context
  • Customize if needed (Pro feature)
Learning aids:
  • Keep this page bookmarked
  • Enable tooltip hints in settings
  • Use command palette (Cmd/Ctrl + K)
  • Practice most-used ones first

Next Steps

Beginner FAQ

Common questions answered

Interface Tour

Learn where everything is

Advanced Features

Explore Canvas and tools

Customization

Personalize your experience
Master these shortcuts and watch your productivity soar!