⚡Workspace Side Panel

How to move focus among the main window, side panel, and video call in Google Chat

Move keyboard focus forward among the main Chat window, the Workspace side panel, and any active video call.

Ctrl + Alt + .

📋 Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1.Open Google Chat in your browser.
  2. 2.Open a conversation, space, or thread you want to work with.
  3. 3.Press Ctrl + Alt + . to move focus among the main window, side panel, and video call.

🎯 Shortcut Keys by Platform

PlatformShortcut
💻 PC / Windows
Ctrl + Alt + .
🍎 Mac
⌘ + Option + .
💻 Chrome OS
Ctrl + Alt + .

💡 Pro Tips

  • You can combine this shortcut with the other Common Actions shortcuts to speed up your workflow.
  • If you forget this shortcut, press Ctrl + / (or ⌘ + / on Mac) to see all available keyboard shortcuts in Google Chat.

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