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HeidiSQL is a free Windows client for managing MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server databases through a clean interface. Its shortcuts make running queries, editing rows, and navigating tables far quicker for daily database tasks.

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All HeidiSQL keyboard shortcuts (Windows)

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Editing 7

Action Shortcut
Copy CtrlC
Paste CtrlV
Undo CtrlZ
Redo CtrlShiftZ
Move current line up AltUP
Move current line down AltDOWN
Column selection mode CtrlShiftC

Query 3

Action Shortcut
Execute query / all queries F9
SQL completion proposal CtrlSpace
Reformat SQL CtrlF8

Tabs 3

Action Shortcut
New query tab CtrlT
Close query tab CtrlW
Next tab CtrlTab

Search 2

Action Shortcut
Find CtrlF
Replace CtrlR

Data 2

Action Shortcut
Activate filter panel CtrlAltF
Start cell editor mode (grid) F2

Navigation 2

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Set marker (bookmark) 0-9 CtrlShift0
Go to marker (bookmark) 0-9 Ctrl0

General 1

Action Shortcut
New session window CtrlN

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Windows edition · 20 shortcuts

A printable, framed-quality poster of the essential HeidiSQL shortcuts for Windows — the keys worth keeping in view, designed to stay readable on a wall.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the poster include every HeidiSQL shortcut?
HeidiSQL has 20 keyboard shortcuts on Windows — the complete list is free to read on this page. The poster features the most essential ones, curated to stay readable on a wall.
Can I print it at home?
Yes. The digital download is a high-resolution 300 DPI file you can print at home or at any print shop, in standard frame sizes.
Does it cover both Mac and Windows?
We sell a separate edition per platform so every key matches your keyboard exactly. This page is the Windows edition.
Is this an official HeidiSQL product?
No. This is an unofficial reference poster and is not affiliated with or endorsed by HeidiSQL. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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