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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 ↓
Focus Previous or Next Thread MessageMove focus up or down through messages within an open thread.
Shift + ↑
Focus First Message in ThreadJump focus to the first message at the top of the current thread.
Shift + ↓
Focus Last Message in ThreadJump focus to the most recent message at the bottom of the current thread.
←
Go Back to Main ConversationClose the thread and return focus to the main space conversation.
Esc
Exit to Thread Navigation PanelExit the current thread and return focus to the thread navigation panel.
Enter or R
Focus Thread Reply BoxMove keyboard focus to the reply box within the current thread.

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Available Everywhere

Global shortcuts available from anywhere in Google Chat.

7 shortcuts

🗂️

Navigating the Sidebar

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

4 shortcuts

💬

Navigating Chat Messages

Navigate messages in a direct message or chat conversation.

5 shortcuts

🚀

Navigating Space Messages

Navigate messages and threads within a Space.

6 shortcuts

✏️

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

📌

Workspace Side Panel

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

2 shortcuts