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Navigating Messages in a Thread Shortcuts for Google Chat

Navigate messages within an open thread. Browse all 6 shortcuts below.

↑ or ↓

Windows / PC

Focus Previous or Next Thread MessageMove focus up or down through messages within an open thread.

Shift + ↑

Windows / PC

Focus First Message in ThreadJump focus to the first message at the top of the current thread.

Shift + ↓

Windows / PC

Focus Last Message in ThreadJump focus to the most recent message at the bottom of the current thread.

←

Windows / PC

Go Back to Main ConversationClose the thread and return focus to the main space conversation.

Esc

Windows / PC

Exit to Thread Navigation PanelExit the current thread and return focus to the thread navigation panel.

Enter or R

Windows / PC

Focus Thread Reply BoxMove keyboard focus to the reply box within the current thread.

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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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Reply Box

Shortcuts for composing and sending messages in the reply box.

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