Top Browser Keyboard Shortcuts: Chrome, Safari, Firefox & Edge

In this article, we’ll cover the top browser shortcuts for Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge. Many of these shortcuts work the same way across all web browsers.

We’ll also show you several unique Google Chrome shortcuts and a few special shortcuts for other browsers. Note that, when applicable, you’ll need to use Cmd instead of Ctrl if you have a Mac.

Looking for Chrome keyboard shortcuts, or something specific like the handy close tab shortcut or the new tab shortcut? Jump quickly to our specific sections on shortcuts for navigation, search, tabs, history and bookmarks, tools, the address bar, and zooming and scrolling.

Keyboard shortcuts that work with any browser

This table covers all the shortcuts that work with any web browser, whether it’s Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, or another browser. Use these web shortcuts to make your browsing even faster. And check out our guide to the best browsers for privacy and security for more on specific features of particular browsers.

Navigation

Here are the most important shortcuts you can use for keyboard navigation on Chrome and other web browsers.

Search

Use the following shortcuts to search a particular web page. These Chrome search shortcuts also work in Firefox and all the other leading browsers.

Tabs

Need to know how to close tabs with your keyboard? Here’s the close tab shortcut, plus shortcuts for opening and switching tabs.

History and bookmarks

Below are the shortcuts to create and manage your bookmarks so that you can save pages for later, as well as the shortcuts to view and clear your browsing history. You’ll also find the shortcut to open bookmarks in Chrome and other browsers.

To keep your web browsing more private, you may want to clear your browsing history more thoroughly. You can also enable and disable cookies in your browser, but there’s no history shortcut for that function.

Tools

There are a lot of tools available if you’re looking for more advanced web browsing shortcuts on a PC. See the table below for shortcuts for downloads, inspecting elements, and other common tool and developer functions.

Address bar

Below are two useful shortcuts to the address bar you can use on a PC.

Zooming and scrolling

To better navigate the web page you’re on, use these shortcuts to zoom and scroll to the bottom of the page. Note that for zooming in and zooming out, the + and - symbols indicate the keys on the keyboard you need to press for this shortcut.

Other keyboard shortcuts

Finally, here are some other helpful keyboard shortcuts that don’t quite fit into the other categories, such as printing and saving pages.

All the shortcuts in the table above are universal, meaning they work on all web browsers. These keyboard shortcuts will help you browse more quickly on any browser.

For an even faster, smoother, and safer browsing experience, consider switching your default browser to free Avast Secure Browser. This browser automatically blocks ads, enforces HTTPS encryption on all websites, and comes with anti-tracking capability to keep your information secure and prevent third-party tracking.

Still looking for some special shortcuts for Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge? Keep reading for some useful keyboard shortcuts unique to each browser.

Google Chrome: extra shortcuts

Need more Chrome keyboard shortcuts? The following are some of the most useful specific Chrome shortcuts out there, including the shortcut for Chrome’s Incognito mode.

Safari: extra shortcuts

Here are some of the shortcuts unique to Safari, which work in addition to the universal shortcuts listed above. Note that Safari is the default browser only on Apple devices, so many Safari shortcuts use the Command key instead of Ctrl.

Firefox: extra shortcuts

Firefox boasts a lot of hotkey shortcuts, especially for functions such as Developer Tools, thanks to its open source software. Here are a selection of the most common Firefox shortcuts, including for bookmarks and Developer Tools (DevTools) functions:

Edge: extra shortcuts

These shortcuts work for the Microsoft Edge browser, the default browser for most Windows-powered devices. Note that these shortcuts won’t necessarily work in Internet Explorer, which Microsoft has stopped updating.

Avast Secure Browser: extra shortcuts

Ready to take your browsing security and overall browsing experience to the next level? In addition to robust privacy and security features, Avast Secure Browser also has some handy browser shortcuts. All of the universal and Chrome-specific shortcuts work on Avast Secure Browser, as well as these special ones:

• Private Mode prevents your browsing history from being stored, deletes tracking cookies to foil web tracking, and stops web caches from being saved.

• Bank Mode provides a virtual desktop that acts as a safe and clean PC within your real PC. This protects you against hijacked hosts or networks, and prevents keyloggers and network-based eavesdropping from capturing your data. Use Bank Mode to access your sensitive financial information securely.

• Privacy Cleaner clears your browsing history along with other data stored in your browser, such as cached images and cookies. This helps protect your privacy and clears disk space on your computer.

Add privacy to your productivity with Avast Secure Browser

Keyboard shortcuts are great for browsing the web more quickly and easily. But what about browsing more privately and securely? Avast Secure Browser features all the same Chrome shortcuts, while also offering privacy and security controls to keep all your projects and data secure while you work. 

Among its many features, Avast Secure Browser has a built-in ad blocker and security tools such as anti-phishing, anti-tracking, and secure banking mode. The browser also includes automatic encryption to make sure every site you visit is secure. And it can perform hack checks to ensure that your information isn’t compromised anywhere on the web.

On top of all these extra security features, Avast Secure Browser’s speed rivals the leading browsers. Once you’ve got your keyboard shortcuts down, switching to a more secure browser is seamless.