fzf is a command-line fuzzy finder that filters files, command history, and any input interactively from the terminal. Its key bindings let you trigger searches, preview matches, and select results instantly, making it a fast companion for shell workflows.
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All fzf keyboard shortcuts (Linux)
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28 shortcuts
Search 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Beginning of Line | CtrlA |
| End of Line | CtrlE |
| Delete Word Backward | CtrlW |
| Clear Query to Line Start | CtrlU |
| Backward Character | CtrlB |
| Forward Character | CtrlF |
| Backward Word | AltB |
| Forward Word | AltF |
| Delete Word Forward | AltD |
| Yank (paste killed text) | CtrlY |
Navigation 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Abort / Cancel | Esc |
| Move Down | CtrlJ |
| Move Up | CtrlK |
| Abort (alternate) | CtrlC |
| Move Down (arrow) | ↓ |
| Move Up (arrow) | ↑ |
| Page Down | PGDN |
| Page Up | PGUP |
| Clear Screen / Redraw | CtrlL |
Shell Integration 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Select Files (paste into command line) | CtrlT |
| Search Command History | CtrlR |
| Change Directory (cd into selection) | AltC |
Selection 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Accept Selection | Enter |
| Toggle Selection and Move Down | Tab |
| Toggle Selection and Move Up | ShiftTab |
Preview 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Preview Scroll Up | Shift↑ |
| Preview Scroll Down | Shift↓ |
| Toggle Word Wrap | Ctrl/ |
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- fzf has 28 keyboard shortcuts on Linux — the complete list is free to read on this page. The poster features the most essential ones, curated to stay readable on a wall.
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