My Favorite InDesign Keyboard Shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts save so much time and also give your hand a break from the mouse! Give them a try. PC users just use the control key (or alt key) instead of command.

Command-J
Brings up window where you can select which page to jump to.

Command-2, Command-4
Zooms to 200% and 400%.

Command-K
Brings up the preferences window.

Command-TAB
Allows you to switch to other applications or Finder.

W
Shows design in preview mode (without frames or pasteboard).

X
Allows you to switch between fill and stroke in Swatch menu.

E
Selects the Free Transform tool.

Option-Double Click
On any placed image will open image for editing in original application.

Enjoy! And, feel free to share any other time-saving shortcuts that you’ve discovered.

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