Use these key combinations to step on the gas on your Mac

Mastering Mac Productivity: Essential Shortcuts for Your Device

Embrace productivity on your Mac by harnessing the power of numerous keyboard shortcuts. Though macOS offers a plethora of options, we've assembled the crème de la crème to speed up your workflow.

Common Shortcuts

1. Copy: Command (⌘) + C
2. Cut: Command (⌘) + X
3. Paste: Command (⌘) + V
4. Undo: Command (⌘) + Z
5. Redo: Shift + Command (⌘) + Z
6. Select All: Command (⌘) + A
7. Hide: Command (⌘) + H
8. Minimize: Command (⌘) + M
9. Close: Command (⌘) + W
10. Force Quit: Option (⌥) + Command (⌘) + Esc
11. Print: Command (⌘) + P
12. Save: Command (⌘) + S
13. Quick Look: Space bar
14. Spotlight Search: Command (⌘) + Space bar
15. Screenshot: Shift + Command (⌘) + 3 or 4 (for different types of screenshots)
16. Switch Apps: Command (⌘) + Tab (and Shift + Command (⌘) + Tab for the previous app)

Utilizing Function Keys

The function keys on a Mac serve dual purposes:

1. By default, they control system functions like display brightness, Mission Control, and volume control.
2. To use them as standard F1-F12 keys, press and hold the Fn (or Globe) key in combination with the desired function key.

Mac Shortcuts for Windows Users

If you're transitioning from Windows to macOS, the following shortcuts will assist you in acclimating:

1. Copy: Press Control (Ctrl) + C
2. Cut: Press Control (Ctrl) + X
3. Paste: Press Control (Ctrl) + V

These common macOS shortcuts will help you navigate your Mac with ease and efficiency. Happy typing!

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