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GarageBand Shortcuts

GarageBand keyboard shortcuts for macOS: transport, recording, tracks, editing and the workspace. vmacOS

Source: Official documentation · Dataset date 2026-06

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Cheat sheet guide

GarageBand shortcuts worth learning first

This page collects 20 searchable GarageBand keyboard shortcuts across 3 categories. Start with the shortcuts for Transport, Tracks & Editing, Workspace, then print the cheat sheet once the important ones are worth keeping nearby.

  • Play / stopSpace
  • New track⌥⌘N
  • Show / hide editorsE
  • RecordR
  • Go to beginningReturn
  • Toggle cycle regionC

Transport

6 shortcuts
Play / stop
Space
Space
Record
R
Go to beginning
Return
Return
Toggle cycle region
C
Toggle metronome
K
Toggle count-in
⇧K
Shift+K

Tracks & Editing

7 shortcuts
New track
⌥⌘N
Opt+Cmd+N
Split regions at playhead
⌘T
Cmd+T
Undo
⌘Z
Cmd+Z
Redo
⇧⌘Z
Shift+Cmd+Z
Copy
⌘C
Cmd+C
Paste
⌘V
Cmd+V
Delete
Delete
Delete

Workspace

7 shortcuts
Show / hide editors
E
Show / hide Sound Library
Y
Show / hide Smart Controls
B
Show / hide Loop Browser
O
Show / hide Note Pad
⌥⌘P
Opt+Cmd+P
Zoom in
⌘Right
Cmd+Right
Zoom out
⌘Left
Cmd+Left

Frequently asked questions

What is the fastest way to find GarageBand shortcuts on this page?

Use the search box or press /, then type an action such as play / stop.

Can I print this GarageBand shortcut cheat sheet?

Yes. Use the Print / PDF button or your browser print command to save a compact cheat sheet.

Which operating systems are included for GarageBand?

This reference includes shortcuts for macOS. Availability depends on the action and app version.

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