25 Basic Mac Keyboard Shortcuts

(Click on the time to go to the shortcut demonstration)

1. ⌘C = Copy (1:32)
2. ⌘V = Paste (2:40)
3. ⌘X = Cut (3:08)
4. ⌘A = Select all (3:34)
5. ⌘Z = Undo (4:05)
6. ⌘⇧Z = Redo (4:49)
7. ⌘Tab = Switch programs (5:15)
8. ⌘` = Next window in current program (5:43)
9. ⌘W = Close window (6:07)
10. ⌘N = New window/document (6:37)
11. ⌘S = Save document (6:55)
12. ⇧⌘S = Save document as... (7:29)
13. ⌘O = Open document (7:58)
14. ⌘P = Print document (8:28)
15. ⌘Q = Quit program (9:04)
16. ⌘Spacebar = Open Spotlight (9:16)
17. ⌘⇧N = Create new Folder (9:39)
18. ⌘Delete = Delete Files (9:52)
19. ⌘⇧Delete = Empty Trash (10:13)
20. ⌘, = Open Preferences (11:01)
21. ⌘←, ⌘→ = Move to start/end of line (11:22)
22. ⌘↑, ⌘↓ = Move to top/bottom of document (11:58)
23. ⌘⇧3 = Capture entire screen (12:30)
24. ⌘⇧4 = Capture custom area (13:01)
25. ⌘⇧4 Spacebar = Capture window (13:46)

[utubehound]

1. ⌘C = Copy (1:32)
2. ⌘V = Paste (2:40)
3. ⌘X = Cut (3:08)
4. ⌘A = Select all (3:34)
5. ⌘Z = Undo (4:05)
6. ⌘⇧Z = Redo (4:49)
7. ⌘Tab = Switch programs (5:15)
8. ⌘` = Next window in current program (5:43)
9. ⌘W = Close window (6:07)
10. ⌘N = New window/document (6:37)
11. ⌘S = Save document (6:55)
12. ⇧⌘S = Save document as... (7:29)
13. ⌘O = Open document (7:58)
14. ⌘P = Print document (8:28)
15. ⌘Q = Quit program (9:04)
16. ⌘Spacebar = Open Spotlight (9:16)
17. ⌘⇧N = Create new Folder (9:39)
18. ⌘Delete = Delete Files (9:52)
19. ⌘⇧Delete = Empty Trash (10:13)
20. ⌘, = Open Preferences (11:01)
21. ⌘←, ⌘→ = Move to start/end of line (11:22)
22. ⌘↑, ⌘↓ = Move to top/bottom of document (11:58)
23. ⌘⇧3 = Capture entire screen (12:30)
24. ⌘⇧4 = Capture custom area (13:01)
25. ⌘⇧4 Spacebar = Capture window (13:46

[gsb]

Thanks a lot, I am a Microsoft user using MacBookpro for first time it was quite overwhelming to use it. This video is blessing in disguise...

[FromClaphamJunction]

This is a great video - I can't understand why anyone could possibly click the thumbs down on this. You give a great summary a the start for those who are in a hurry and your explanation and visuals are first class. Thank you.

[DeborahPegues]

THANK YOU SO MUCH for taking the time to educate those of us new to MAC! May God bless you abundantly!

[cherylhadfield]

Thanks so much for this! I know most of these shortcuts on Windows but have to teach Grade 2's computer skills on macs. This was exactly what I needed!

[ivanmendes]

You’re a genius. I’m a new Mac user and was really lost trying to use any command

[dennisruel]

One of the best how to videos for mac I've seen. Thanks

[johnboyd]

Old PC user with a new iMAC. Clear, concise information, easily understood. I thank you for saving what's left of my sanity!

[fielding]

Excellent tutorial. Well presented, great graphics and good video quality. Well done.

[Anwarkhan-oohd]

best video for new Mac user thanks for such a useful video

[ScrubsIsee]

As a long term macuser and OS X teacher i have to admit: Excellent work! I really like the visual presentation and overall style. Very clear sound, very smooth voice and useful tipps for beginners.
@All: Please keep in mind, that most of the shortcuts work also in other languages. But most shortcuts with glyphs involved (instead of letters) are located differently depending on the keyboard and language selected. For example: Switching through opened windows of one application on a german keyboard is [CMD] + [>/<].

[sonandpets]

Very impress with your clear and easy understanding of the Mac.
Goodness! My son gave me a Mac Air as a Christmas present and I didn't know where to begin 😅

Great video! No annoying music either
Thank you for the time you invested sharing your knowledge.

[rainli]

This is amazing mate. The idea of showing the keyboard before demonstration make me very easy to follow your tutorial to pick up with the Mac !!!! Please keep up!.

[caracampbell]

Thank you this is really helping me a lot! I just bought a MacBook and it literally complicated but by this video it helped me a lot :)

[howward]

This is SO helpful. Apple newbie here. Those screen capture options are terrific.

[Yaseen_Khandoker]

Very helpful! Much better than those good looking YouTuber with six digits cost of studio and gears.

[xXxAngelicKratosxXx]

Thank you for the streamlined format! The information was very clear, especially for someone Mac-illiterate like me. Cool accent, too!

[michsky]

One of the best and clearest videos about mac

[charlymex]

Great video! I've never use a MacBook or computer before in general (always phone or tablet) and I understand everything!

[timothybradek]

Compliments to YouTube for furnishing such a wide variety of videos as seen here on this page; especially, when expecting the usual groups or patterns shown before. Kudos...