⚡Text Selection
How to extend selection to beginning of line in Google Docs
Extend the selection from the cursor to the beginning of the current line.
Shift + Home
📋 Step-by-Step Guide
- 1.Open Google Docs in your browser.
- 2.Place your cursor or select the text you want to work with.
- 3.Press Shift + Home to extend selection to beginning of line.
🎯 Shortcut Keys by Platform
| Platform | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| 💻 PC / Windows | Shift + Home |
| 🍎 Mac | Shift + Fn + Left |
| 💻 Chrome OS | Shift + Home |
💡 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 Docs.
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