Cheat sheet guide
Inkscape shortcuts worth learning first
This page collects 44 searchable Inkscape keyboard shortcuts across 5 categories. Start with the shortcuts for Tools, Editing, Arrange, View, then print the cheat sheet once the important ones are worth keeping nearby.
- Select toolSF1
- UndoCtrlZ
- Bring to topHome
- Zoom in+=
- NewCtrlN
- Node toolNF2
Tools
11 shortcuts
Pencil / freehand tool
P
WindowsPmacOSPLinuxP
Editing
12 shortcutsArrange
6 shortcuts
Flip horizontal
CtrlShiftM(thenflip)
WindowsCtrlShiftM(thenflip)macOS⌘⇧MLinuxCtrlShiftM
Ctrl+Shift+M · Cmd+Shift+M
View
9 shortcuts
Zoom in
+=
Windows+=macOS+=Linux+=
Zoom out
-
Windows-macOS-Linux-
Zoom to fit page
3
Windows3macOS3Linux3
Zoom to fit drawing
5
Windows5macOS5Linux5
Zoom 1:1
1
Windows1macOS1Linux1
Toggle grid
#
Windows#macOS#Linux#
Toggle guides
|
Windows|macOS|Linux|
File
6 shortcutsFrequently asked questions
What is the fastest way to find Inkscape shortcuts on this page?
Use the search box or press /, then type an action such as select tool.
Can I print this Inkscape 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 Inkscape?
This reference includes shortcuts for Windows · macOS · Linux. Availability depends on the action and app version.
