Master ClickUp Doc Keyboard Shortcuts

ClickUp Docs support a rich set of keyboard shortcuts that let you format content, manage lists, and move around your documents much faster than using your mouse. This how-to guide walks you through every supported shortcut so you can streamline your writing and collaboration.

All shortcuts described here are based on the official product documentation and work in both your browser and the desktop app, unless otherwise noted.

Getting Started with ClickUp Doc Shortcuts

Before diving into specific combinations, keep in mind that many ClickUp shortcuts have both Mac and Windows versions. In this guide:

Mac uses ⌘ (Command) and ⌥ (Option).
Windows uses Ctrl and Alt.

Whenever you see two options listed, the first is for Mac and the second is for Windows.

Basic Text Formatting Shortcuts in ClickUp Docs

Use these core formatting shortcuts in your ClickUp Docs to style text quickly while you type.

ClickUp text style shortcuts

Bold: ⌘ + B (Mac) / Ctrl + B (Windows)
Italic: ⌘ + I (Mac) / Ctrl + I (Windows)
Underline: ⌘ + U (Mac) / Ctrl + U (Windows)
Inline code: ⌘ + E (Mac) / Ctrl + E (Windows)
Strikethrough: ⌘ + Shift + X (Mac) / Ctrl + Shift + X (Windows)

ClickUp heading and block formatting

Quickly change the structure of your content with these shortcuts:

Turn a line into Heading 1: ⌘ + Alt + 1 (Mac) / Ctrl + Alt + 1 (Windows)
Heading 2: ⌘ + Alt + 2 (Mac) / Ctrl + Alt + 2 (Windows)
Heading 3: ⌘ + Alt + 3 (Mac) / Ctrl + Alt + 3 (Windows)
Turn text into normal paragraph: ⌘ + Alt + 0 (Mac) / Ctrl + Alt + 0 (Windows)
Toggle checklist: ⌘ + Shift + 7 (Mac) / Ctrl + Shift + 7 (Windows)
Toggle bullet list: ⌘ + Shift + 8 (Mac) / Ctrl + Shift + 8 (Windows)
Toggle numbered list: ⌘ + Shift + 9 (Mac) / Ctrl + Shift + 9 (Windows)

Working with Lists in ClickUp Docs

Lists are common in project documentation, notes, and task breakdowns. ClickUp offers shortcuts to manage list structure quickly.

Indent and outdent list items

Indent list item: Tab
Outdent list item: Shift + Tab

These shortcuts work for checklist items, numbered lists, and bullet lists.

Reorder items inside lists

You can move an item up or down without cutting and pasting:

Move list item up: ⌥ + Shift + ↑ (Mac) / Alt + Shift + ↑ (Windows)
Move list item down: ⌥ + Shift + ↓ (Mac) / Alt + Shift + ↓ (Windows)

Place your cursor anywhere in the item’s line before using these shortcuts.

Block and Line Editing in ClickUp

Block-level control is especially useful when you are reorganizing longer ClickUp Docs.

Block selection and movement

Select current line: ⌘ + L (Mac) / Ctrl + L (Windows)
Duplicate current line or selection: ⌘ + D (Mac) / Ctrl + D (Windows)
Move current line up: ⌥ + Shift + ↑ (Mac) / Alt + Shift + ↑ (Windows)
Move current line down: ⌥ + Shift + ↓ (Mac) / Alt + Shift + ↓ (Windows)

Insert and manage new lines

Insert line break without new paragraph: Shift + Enter
Create a new paragraph: Enter

Use a line break when you want tighter line spacing inside the same paragraph block.

Navigation Shortcuts in ClickUp Docs

ClickUp includes navigation shortcuts that help you move quickly through long Docs, especially when editing large project specs or requirements.

Cursor movement

Move to start of line: ⌘ + ← (Mac) / Home (Windows)
Move to end of line: ⌘ + → (Mac) / End (Windows)
Jump to top of Doc: ⌘ + ↑ (Mac) / Ctrl + Home (Windows)
Jump to bottom of Doc: ⌘ + ↓ (Mac) / Ctrl + End (Windows)

Selection while navigating

Combine navigation keys with Shift to select text quickly:

Select to start of line: ⌘ + Shift + ← (Mac) / Shift + Home (Windows)
Select to end of line: ⌘ + Shift + → (Mac) / Shift + End (Windows)
Select to top of Doc: ⌘ + Shift + ↑ (Mac) / Ctrl + Shift + Home (Windows)
Select to bottom of Doc: ⌘ + Shift + ↓ (Mac) / Ctrl + Shift + End (Windows)

Clipboard and Editing in ClickUp

Standard clipboard shortcuts also work inside ClickUp Docs. Mastering them lets you refactor content without breaking your workflow.

Core clipboard shortcuts

Copy: ⌘ + C (Mac) / Ctrl + C (Windows)
Cut: ⌘ + X (Mac) / Ctrl + X (Windows)
Paste: ⌘ + V (Mac) / Ctrl + V (Windows)
Paste without formatting: ⌘ + Shift + V (Mac) / Ctrl + Shift + V (Windows)

Undo and redo actions

Undo last change: ⌘ + Z (Mac) / Ctrl + Z (Windows)
Redo: ⌘ + Shift + Z (Mac) / Ctrl + Y (Windows)

Slash Commands and ClickUp Shortcuts

Along with keyboard shortcuts, ClickUp Docs support powerful slash commands that work like mini-shortcuts while you type.

Type / in a new line.
Start typing the name of a block, such as table, image, or heading.
Use the arrow keys to highlight the option you want.
Press Enter to insert the block.

Slash commands complement keyboard shortcuts, allowing you to structure content without leaving the keyboard.

Practical Ways to Use ClickUp Doc Shortcuts

To integrate these shortcuts into your daily work, try focusing on a few high-impact combinations at a time.

Step-by-step productivity routine

Plan structure first
- Use heading shortcuts to outline your Doc.
- Convert bullet lists into checklists for action items.
Draft quickly
- Stay on the keyboard using bold and italic shortcuts.
- Insert line breaks with Shift + Enter for compact notes.
Refine and reorganize
- Move lines or list items up and down to improve flow.
- Use selection shortcuts to edit large sections at once.

More ClickUp Resources and Official Reference

If you want to explore how these Doc shortcuts fit into a full workspace setup, you can find implementation advice and productivity tips at Consultevo.

For the definitive list of supported keyboard shortcuts and any updates, always refer to the official ClickUp help article on keyboard shortcuts in Docs.

Start by practicing a handful of shortcuts that match your writing style. Over time, you will be able to navigate and format ClickUp Docs almost entirely from the keyboard, making your project documentation faster and more consistent.

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