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title: "Shortcuts in the Block Editor"
description: "Whether you're getting started with the Block Editor or want to level up your writing speed, mastering shortcuts is the key to creating content effortlessly. These time-saving commands will have you…"
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category: "Using the Text Editor"
updated_at: "2025-10-16T17:06:48Z"
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# Shortcuts in the Block Editor

Whether you're getting started with the Block Editor or want to level up your writing speed, mastering shortcuts is the key to creating content effortlessly. These time-saving commands will have you formatting like a pro in no time!

New to the Block Editor? Head to our [Introduction to the Block Editor](/article/tb3ldgvw0b-introduction-to-the-block-editor) to get up to speed. Once you're comfortable with the basics, check out [Working with Blocks](/article/3u62yq4fg8-working-with-blocks) to learn advanced techniques for organizing your content.

### Shortcuts and Key Commands

Speed up your workflow with these handy shortcuts! There are three main ways to quickly create blocks and format content:

| Action         | Markdown Shortcut            | Slash Command                           | Keyboard Shortcut  |
|----------------|------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|--------------------|
| Large Heading  | `# + Space`                  | `/heading`, `/h1`                       | `Cmd/Ctrl+Alt+1`   |
| Medium Heading | `## + Space`                 | `/h2`                                   | `Cmd/Ctrl+Alt+2`   |
| Small Heading  | `### + Space`                | `/h3`                                   | `Cmd/Ctrl+Alt+3`   |
| Paragraph      | —                            | `/text`, `/paragraph`                   | `Cmd/Ctrl+Alt+0`   |
| Bullet List    | `- + Space`                  | `/list`, `/bullet`, `/ul`               | `Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+8` |
| Numbered List  | `1. + Space` or `1) + Space` | `/numbered`, `/ol`                      | `Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+7` |
| Quote Block    | `> + Space`                  | `/quote`                                | `Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+.` |
| Code Block     | —                            | `/code`                                 | —                  |
| Callout        | —                            | `/callout`, `/warning`, `/tip`, `/note` | —                  |

**Markdown shortcuts** are typing patterns borrowed from Markdown syntax that automatically create formatted blocks. **Cmd/Ctrl** means use the Command key on Mac or Control key on Windows/PC.

#### Text Formatting Shortcuts

Format your text without taking your hands off the keyboard:

|               |                                     |
|---------------|-------------------------------------|
| Formatting    | Keyboard Shortcut                   |
| Bold          | `Cmd/Ctrl+B`                        |
| Italic        | `Cmd/Ctrl+I`                        |
| Underline     | `Cmd/Ctrl+U`                        |
| Strikethrough | `Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+X` or `Alt+Shift+5` |
| Inline Code   | `Cmd/Ctrl+E`                        |
| Superscript   | `Cmd/Ctrl+.`                        |
| Subscript     | `Cmd/Ctrl+,`                        |

#### More Slash Commands

The slash command menu has even more options for advanced content:

- `/fold`, `/expandable`, `/collapse` - Foldable content sections
- `/image` - Image upload or embed
- `/embed`, `/video` - External content embeds
- `/table` - Data tables
- `/divider`, `/hr` - Horizontal rules
- `/button` - Clickable buttons
- `/html` - Raw HTML blocks
- `/markdown` - Markdown blocks
- `/clip` - Reusable snippets
- `/file` - File attachments
- `/link` - Hyperlinks

**Pro tip:** Use **Arrow Up/Down** to navigate the slash command menu, then press **Enter** or **Tab** to select. Press **Escape** to close the menu without selecting anything.