Google Calendar

Google Calendar Shortcuts

Google Calendar keyboard shortcuts for switching views, creating events and navigating dates.

Source: Official documentation · Updated 2026-06

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Cheat sheet guide

Google Calendar shortcuts worth learning first

This page collects 16 searchable Google Calendar keyboard shortcuts across 3 categories. Start with the shortcuts for Views, Navigation, Actions, then print the cheat sheet once the important ones are worth keeping nearby.

  • Day View1orD
  • Next PeriodNorJ
  • Create EventC
  • Week View2orW
  • Month View3orM
  • Year View5orY

Views

5 shortcuts
Day View
1orD
Week View
2orW
Month View
3orM
Year View
5orY
Schedule View
4orA

Navigation

5 shortcuts
Next Period
NorJ
Previous Period
PorK
Go to Today
T
Go to Date
G
Search
/

Actions

6 shortcuts
Create Event
C
Open Event Details
E
Save Event
CtrlS
Undo
CtrlZ
Refresh
R
Open Settings
S

Frequently asked questions

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

Use the search box or press /, then type an action such as day view.

Can I print this Google Calendar 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 Google Calendar?

Yes. Use the OS tabs to switch between Windows and macOS shortcuts. For example, Day View is 1 or D on Windows and 1 or D on macOS where available.

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