Cheat sheet guide
Telegram shortcuts worth learning first
This page collects 25 searchable Telegram keyboard shortcuts across 4 categories. Start with the shortcuts for Navigation, Messages, Formatting, App, then print the cheat sheet once the important ones are worth keeping nearby.
- Next chatCtrlTabAltDown
- Send messageEnter
- BoldCtrlB
- Lock TelegramCtrlL
- Previous chatCtrlShiftTabAltUp
- Go to chat (jump)CtrlK
Navigation
7 shortcuts
Next chat
CtrlTabAltDown
WindowsCtrlTabAltDownmacOS⌘Tab⌥DownLinuxCtrlTab
Ctrl+Tab · Alt+Down · Cmd+Tab · Opt+Down
Previous chat
CtrlShiftTabAltUp
WindowsCtrlShiftTabAltUpmacOS⌘⇧Tab⌥UpLinuxCtrlShiftTab
Ctrl+Shift+Tab · Alt+Up · Cmd+Shift+Tab · Opt+Up
Messages
7 shortcuts
Edit last message
Up(inemptyinput)
WindowsUp(inemptyinput)macOSUp(inemptyinput)LinuxUp(inemptyinput)
Up
Formatting
5 shortcutsApp
6 shortcutsFrequently asked questions
What is the fastest way to find Telegram shortcuts on this page?
Use the search box or press /, then type an action such as next chat.
Can I print this Telegram 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 Telegram?
This reference includes shortcuts for Windows · macOS · Linux. Availability depends on the action and app version.
