Gemini Keyboard Shortcuts
Complete keyboard shortcut reference for Gemini on MacWindowsLinux.
Chat
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Start a new chat | CmdShiftOCtrlShiftOCtrlShiftO |
| Send message | EnterEnterEnter |
| New line in message | ShiftEnterShiftEnterShiftEnter |
| Stop generating response | EscapeEscapeEscape |
| Focus chat input | Cmd/Ctrl/Ctrl/ |
| Edit last message | UpUpUp |
| Regenerate last response | CmdShiftRCtrlShiftRCtrlShiftR |
Response Actions
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Copy response to clipboard | CmdShiftCCtrlShiftCCtrlShiftC |
| Share response | CmdShiftXCtrlShiftXCtrlShiftX |
| Thumbs up on response | CmdShiftUpCtrlShiftUpCtrlShiftUp |
| Thumbs down on response | CmdShiftDownCtrlShiftDownCtrlShiftDown |
| Modify response | CmdShiftECtrlShiftECtrlShiftE |
| View other response drafts | AltLeftAltLeftAltLeft |
| Select all text in response | CmdACtrlACtrlA |
Formatting
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Bold text | CmdBCtrlBCtrlB |
| Italic text | CmdICtrlICtrlI |
| Inline code | `code``code``code` |
| Code block | ````````` |
| Bulleted list | -Space-Space-Space |
| Numbered list | 1.Space1.Space1.Space |
| Strikethrough text | ~~text~~~~text~~~~text~~ |
Extensions & Tools
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Use @Google Search | @Google Search@Google Search@Google Search |
| Use @Google Maps | @Google Maps@Google Maps@Google Maps |
| Use @YouTube | @YouTube@YouTube@YouTube |
| Use @Google Flights | @Google Flights@Google Flights@Google Flights |
| Use @Google Hotels | @Google Hotels@Google Hotels@Google Hotels |
| Upload file or image | CmdShiftUCtrlShiftUCtrlShiftU |
Accessibility
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Navigate between UI elements | TabTabTab |
| Navigate backwards between UI elements | ShiftTabShiftTabShiftTab |
| Activate focused element | EnterEnterEnter |
| Dismiss dialog or menu | EscapeEscapeEscape |
| Toggle screen reader mode | CmdShiftACtrlShiftACtrlShiftA |
| Open keyboard shortcut help | ??? |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Google Gemini have keyboard shortcuts?
Yes, Google Gemini supports keyboard shortcuts for common actions like starting new chats, sending messages, copying responses, and navigating between conversations. Since Gemini is a web-based app, many shortcuts follow standard browser conventions.
How do I start a new chat quickly in Gemini?
Press Cmd+Shift+O on Mac or Ctrl+Shift+O on Windows/Linux to start a new chat instantly. This clears the current conversation and gives you a fresh prompt to begin a new topic.
Can I use Gemini extensions with keyboard shortcuts?
Yes, you can invoke Gemini extensions by typing @ followed by the extension name in the chat input. For example, type @Google Search to use the search extension, or @YouTube to search for videos directly within your conversation.
How do I format text in Gemini messages?
Gemini supports Markdown formatting in the input field. Use **text** for bold, *text* for italic, `code` for inline code, ``` for code blocks, and - or 1. at the start of a line for lists. You can also use Cmd/Ctrl+B for bold and Cmd/Ctrl+I for italic.
How do I copy a Gemini response to my clipboard?
Press Cmd+Shift+C on Mac or Ctrl+Shift+C on Windows/Linux to copy the current response. You can also click the copy icon that appears below each response. The copied text preserves the formatting of the response.