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Reply Box Shortcuts for Google Chat

Shortcuts for composing and sending messages in the reply box. Browse all 6 shortcuts below.

Enter
Send ReplySend the message or reply currently typed in the reply box.
↑
Edit Previously Posted MessageWhen the reply box is empty, press Up Arrow to edit your most recently sent message.
Shift + Enter
Insert New LineInsert a line break in your message without sending it.
: (colon)
Show Emoji PickerType a colon (:) to open the emoji picker and insert an emoji into your message.
Esc
Return Focus to MessagesMove keyboard focus from the reply box back to the message list.
Alt + Number
Read Preceding Message (Screen Reader)Read a preceding message using your screen reader by pressing Alt (or Option on Mac) plus a number.

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Available Everywhere

Global shortcuts available from anywhere in Google Chat.

7 shortcuts

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Navigating the Sidebar

Move between spaces, direct messages, and sections in the sidebar.

4 shortcuts

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Navigating Chat Messages

Navigate messages in a direct message or chat conversation.

5 shortcuts

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Navigating Space Messages

Navigate messages and threads within a Space.

6 shortcuts

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Navigating Messages in a Thread

Navigate messages within an open thread.

6 shortcuts

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Navigating Pop-ups

Move between the main window and Chat pop-up windows.

3 shortcuts

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Workspace Side Panel

Move focus between the main window, side panel, and video call.

2 shortcuts