Cheat sheet guide
Ghostty shortcuts worth learning first
This page collects 11 searchable Ghostty keyboard shortcuts across 3 categories. Start with the shortcuts for Tabs & Windows, Panes, General, then print the cheat sheet once the important ones are worth keeping nearby.
- New WindowCtrlShiftN
- New Split RightCtrlShiftO
- CopyCtrlShiftC
- New TabCtrlShiftT
- Close SurfaceCtrlShiftW
- Next TabCtrlTab
Tabs & Windows
4 shortcuts
New Window
CtrlShiftN
WinCtrlShiftNMac⌘NLinuxCtrlShiftN
New Tab
CtrlShiftT
WinCtrlShiftTMac⌘TLinuxCtrlShiftT
Close Surface
CtrlShiftW
WinCtrlShiftWMac⌘WLinuxCtrlShiftW
Next Tab
CtrlTab
WinCtrlTabMac⌃TabLinuxCtrlTab
Panes
3 shortcuts
New Split Right
CtrlShiftO
WinCtrlShiftOMac⌘DLinuxCtrlShiftO
New Split Down
CtrlShiftE
WinCtrlShiftEMac⌘⇧DLinuxCtrlShiftE
Toggle Split Zoom
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Win—Mac⌘⇧EnterLinux—
General
4 shortcuts
Copy
CtrlShiftC
WinCtrlShiftCMac⌘CLinuxCtrlShiftC
Paste
CtrlShiftV
WinCtrlShiftVMac⌘VLinuxCtrlShiftV
Increase Font Size
Ctrl
WinCtrlMac⌘LinuxCtrl
Decrease Font Size
Ctrl-
WinCtrl-Mac⌘-LinuxCtrl-
Frequently asked questions
What is the fastest way to find Ghostty shortcuts on this page?
Use the search box or press /, then type an action such as new window.
Can I print this Ghostty shortcut cheat sheet?
Yes. Use the Print / PDF button or your browser print command to save a compact cheat sheet.
Does this page include Windows and Mac shortcuts for Ghostty?
Yes. Use the OS tabs to switch between Windows and macOS shortcuts. For example, New Window is Ctrl+Shift+N on Windows and ⌘N on macOS where available.
