The Ultimate Guide to WhatsApp Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows

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Mastering keyboard shortcuts is the fastest way to regain control of your WhatsApp experience on Windows. Whether you are using a screen reader like NVDA or JAWS, or simply prefer a keyboard-centric workflow, these shortcuts will save you significant time and eliminate the need for tedious mouse navigation.

Note: For the best experience, ensure your WhatsApp app is updated to the latest version from the Microsoft Store.

Chat Management

  • Ctrl + Shift + U: Mark chat as unread.
  • Ctrl + Shift + U: Mark chat as unread.
  • Ctrl + Shift + M: Mute chat.
  • Ctrl + Shift + A: Archive chat.
  • Ctrl + Alt + Shift + P: Pin chat.
  • Ctrl + Right Bracket (]): Go to the next chat.
  • Ctrl + Left Bracket ([): Go to the previous chat.
  • Ctrl + Shift + N: Create a new group.
  • Ctrl + Alt + N: Start a new chat.
  • Escape: Close the current chat.
  • Ctrl + Shift + B: Block chat.
  • Ctrl + Alt + Shift + L: Label chat (Business feature).

Voice Messages (PTT)

  • Shift + Period (.): Increase playback speed.
  • Shift + Comma (,): Decrease playback speed.
  • Ctrl + Enter: Send voice message.
  • Alt + P: Pause recording.
  • Ctrl + Alt + Shift + R: Start recording.

Message Actions

  • Alt + R: Reply to a message.
  • Ctrl + Alt + R: Reply privately.
  • Ctrl + Alt + D: Forward a message.
  • Alt + 8: Star a message.
  • Ctrl + Up Arrow: Edit the last sent message.
  • Alt + A: Open the attachment panel.
  • Ctrl + Alt + E: Open the emoji panel.
  • Ctrl + Alt + G: Open the GIF panel.
  • Ctrl + Alt + S: Open the sticker panel.

Navigation & Search

  • Ctrl + Alt + /: Global search.
  • Ctrl + Shift + F: Search within the current chat.
  • Alt + K: Extended search.
  • Ctrl + Alt + P: Open Profile & About.
  • Alt + I: Open Chat Info.
  • Alt + S: Open Settings.
  • Alt + L: Lock the application.
  • Ctrl + 1 to 9: Jump directly to a chat by its position in the list.

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