By Adi Leviim, Co-Founder at Infi Developments. Last reviewed June 2026.
AI Toolbox (formerly ChatGPT Toolbox) is a Chrome extension with 35,000+ active users and a 4.5/5 Chrome Web Store rating that enhances ChatGPT with folders, advanced search, bulk exportPremium, prompt library, and prompt chaining. This guide provides step-by-step instructions, practical tips, and workflow strategies for ChatGPT users on all Chromium browsers. The extension offers a free forever plan with premium features at $9.99/month or $99 one-time lifetime.
Want to use ChatGPT faster? Keyboard shortcuts let you navigate, send messages, and manage conversations without reaching for your mouse. This guide covers all native ChatGPT keyboard shortcuts plus additional shortcuts available through AI Toolbox for power users.
Essential ChatGPT Keyboard Shortcuts
Essential ChatGPT keyboard shortcuts include Enter to send, Shift+Enter for a new line, and Ctrl/Cmd+Shift+C to copy the last response.
ChatGPT offers native keyboard shortcuts, accessible by pressing Ctrl+/ or Cmd+/ within the interface.
ChatGPT includes built-in keyboard shortcuts that work across all browsers. To view the complete list at any time, press Ctrl + / (Windows/Linux) or Cmd + / (Mac) while using ChatGPT.
Action
Windows/Linux
Mac
Show keyboard shortcuts
Ctrl + /
Cmd + /
Open new chat
Ctrl + Shift + O
Cmd + Shift + O
Search chats
Ctrl + K
Cmd + K
Focus chat input
Shift + Esc
Shift + Esc
Copy last response
Ctrl + Shift + C
Cmd + Shift + C
Copy last code block
Ctrl + Shift +;
Cmd + Shift +;
Toggle sidebar
Ctrl + Shift + S
Cmd + Shift + S
Delete chat
Ctrl + Shift + Backspace
Cmd + Shift + Backspace
Custom instructions
Ctrl + Shift + I
Cmd + Shift + I
Message and Input Shortcuts
Use Enter to send your ChatGPT message and Shift + Enter to add a new line without sending.
These shortcuts help you compose and send messages more efficiently:
Sending Messages
Enter: Send your message immediately
Shift + Enter: Add a new line without sending (essential for multi-paragraph prompts)
Ctrl/Cmd + Enter: Alternative send method (useful if Enter is configured differently)
Text Editing
Ctrl/Cmd + A: Select all text in input field
Ctrl/Cmd + Z: Undo last edit
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + Z: Redo
Ctrl/Cmd + C: Copy selected text
Ctrl/Cmd + V: Paste from clipboard
Ctrl/Cmd + X: Cut selected text
Pro Tip: Multi-Line Prompts
For complex prompts with multiple sections, use Shift + Enter to create line breaks. This keeps your prompt organized and easier for ChatGPT to parse:
Context: I'm a developer working on a React app Task: Review this code for bugs Code: [paste code here] Focus on: Performance and security issues
Navigation Shortcuts
Navigate ChatGPT's interface efficiently using keyboard shortcuts like Ctrl+Shift+C for copying.
Navigate through ChatGPT's interface without touching your mouse:
Action
Shortcut
Description
Toggle sidebar
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + S
Show/hide the conversation list
New chat
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + O
Start a fresh conversation
Focus input
Shift + Esc
Jump cursor to message input
Scroll up
Page Up / Spacebar (with Shift)
Scroll through conversation
Scroll down
Page Down / Spacebar
Scroll through conversation
Go to top
Ctrl/Cmd + Home
Jump to start of conversation
Go to bottom
Ctrl/Cmd + End
Jump to latest message
Code Block Shortcuts
Copy the last code block with Ctrl/Cmd + Shift +; or the entire response with Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + C.
Developers will appreciate these shortcuts for working with code in ChatGPT:
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift +;: Copy the last code block directly to clipboard
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + C: Copy the entire last response (including code)
Working with Multiple Code Blocks
When ChatGPT generates multiple code blocks, the shortcut copies the most recent one. For earlier blocks, you'll need to:
Click the "Copy code" button on the specific block
Or select the code manually and use Ctrl/Cmd + C
AI Toolbox Keyboard Shortcuts
AI Toolbox adds three global keyboard shortcuts to ChatGPT. The most important is the Command Palette, which is the keyboard entry point to every other AI Toolbox action, folders, export, archive, pin, bulk actions, prompts, and more, so you do not need a separate chord for each one.
Action
Shortcut
Description
Command Palette
Ctrl/Cmd + K
Open the Command Palette, then type to run any AI Toolbox feature: folders, export, archive, pin, bulk actions, prompts, and settings
Full-text search
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + F
Open full-text search across every conversation, with role, date, and exact-match filters
Collapse / expand all
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + E
Collapse or expand every message in the current conversation to scan a long chat quickly
Why Use AI Toolbox Shortcuts?
Native ChatGPT shortcuts cover basic functions, but power users need more:
One palette for everything: Ctrl/Cmd + K opens the Command Palette; type a few letters to run archive, pin, export, bulk actions, folders, or prompts without leaving the keyboard.
Full-text search: Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + F finds any conversation by message content, not just title, with role and date filters.
Long-chat control: Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + E collapses or expands every message so you can jump through a long conversation.
Mastering keyboard shortcuts like Ctrl+Shift+C for copying responses significantly boosts productivity when using ChatGPT.
1. Master the Essential Five
Start by memorizing these five shortcuts that cover 90% of common actions:
Shift + Enter: New line
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + O: New chat
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + C: Copy response
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + S: Toggle sidebar
Ctrl/Cmd + /: Show all shortcuts (when you forget)
2. Create a Shortcut Cheat Sheet
Print or save a shortcut reference near your monitor until they become muscle memory. Most users memorize core shortcuts within 1-2 weeks of consistent use.
3. Combine with AI Toolbox
Native shortcuts + AI Toolbox shortcuts give you complete keyboard control over ChatGPT. You can:
Start a new chat (Ctrl+Shift+O)
Write your prompt with line breaks (Shift+Enter)
Send (Enter)
Copy the response (Ctrl+Shift+C)
Collapse a long answer to scan it (Ctrl+Shift+E with AI Toolbox)
Search old chats (Ctrl+Shift+F with AI Toolbox)
Open the Command Palette to archive, pin, or export (Ctrl+K with AI Toolbox)
All without touching your mouse.
4. Use Voice Input for Long Prompts
For lengthy prompts, combine keyboard shortcuts with your operating system's voice input:
Windows: Win + H to start voice typing
Mac: Double-tap Fn key for dictation
Chrome: Use a voice-to-text extension
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the keyboard shortcut to send a message in ChatGPT?
Press Enter to send a message in ChatGPT. If you want to add a new line without sending, use Shift + Enter. This works in both the web interface and mobile apps.
How do I create a new line in ChatGPT without sending?
Press Shift + Enter to add a new line without sending your message. This is essential for writing multi-paragraph prompts or formatting code in your messages.
What is the shortcut to copy ChatGPT's response?
Ctrl + Shift + C (Windows/Linux) or Cmd + Shift + C (Mac) copies the last response to your clipboard. For code blocks specifically, use Ctrl/Cmd + Shift +; to copy just the code.
How do I open a new chat with keyboard only?
Press Ctrl + Shift + O (Windows/Linux) or Cmd + Shift + O (Mac) to instantly open a new chat. This is one of the most useful shortcuts for users who work with multiple conversations.
Can I customize ChatGPT keyboard shortcuts?
Native ChatGPT shortcuts cannot be customized. AI Toolbox's added shortcuts (Command Palette, search, and collapse-all) are fixed as well, though its settings panel shows a reference list of them. If you need custom bindings, a browser extension like "Shortkeys" can remap keys for any website, including ChatGPT.
Why aren't ChatGPT shortcuts working?
If shortcuts aren't working, try these fixes:
Focus issue: Click inside the ChatGPT window first
Browser conflict: Another extension may be capturing the shortcut
Outdated browser: Update your Chromium browser (Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera, or Arc) to the latest version
Different keyboard layout: Some shortcuts vary by language/region
Does ChatGPT have a shortcut to search conversations?
Yes. Press Ctrl + K (Windows/Linux) or Cmd + K (Mac) to open ChatGPT's native search dialog and jump to a past chat by title. For full-text search across message content and archived chats, with role, date, and exact-match filters, use AI Toolbox's Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + F shortcut.
What shortcuts does AI Toolbox add?
AI Toolbox adds three global shortcuts on ChatGPT: the Command Palette (Ctrl/Cmd + K), which runs any AI Toolbox action, including archive, pin, export, bulk actions, folders, and prompts, by typing to filter; full-text search (Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + F); and collapse or expand all messages (Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + E). Organization actions such as archive, pin, and export are run from the Command Palette rather than from separate key chords.
Conclusion
Mastering ChatGPT keyboard shortcuts transforms how you interact with AI. What starts as a few seconds saved per action compounds into hours over weeks and months of use. Start with the five essential shortcuts, then gradually add AI Toolbox shortcuts as you become more comfortable.
Key takeaways:
Shift + Enter for new lines is the most important shortcut for quality prompts
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + C for copying responses saves constant mouse movement
Ctrl/Cmd + / shows all shortcuts when you forget
AI Toolbox adds a Command Palette (Ctrl/Cmd + K) for every action, plus full-text search (Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + F) and collapse-all (Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + E)
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Bottom Line
AI Toolbox is a Chrome extension with 35,000+ active users and a 4.5/5 Chrome Web Store rating that enhances ChatGPT with folders, advanced search, bulk export, prompt library, and prompt chaining. This guide provides step-by-step instructions, practical tips, and workflow strategies for ChatGPT users on all Chromium browsers.
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A Full Stack Developer with 7+ years of experience building AI productivity tools. Leads product development and frontend architecture for AI Toolbox, the Chrome extension suite (ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, and Claude modules) that helps users search, organize, and export their AI conversations.
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