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MATLAB is a numerical computing environment and programming language used widely in engineering, science, and data analysis for matrix math, modeling, and visualization. Keyboard shortcuts in its editor and command window accelerate running code, navigating scripts, and managing the workspace.

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All MATLAB keyboard shortcuts (Windows)

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Esc
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
F10
F11
F12
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⌫ Back
Tab
Q
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E
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O
P
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Caps
A
S
D
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J
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Enter ⏎
Shift
Z
X
C
V
B
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M
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Shift
Ctrl
Win
Alt
Space
Alt
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Menu
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+ 2 more controls in the table below

43 shortcuts

Editing 8

Action Shortcut
Comment CtrlR
Uncomment CtrlShiftR
Smart Indent CtrlI
Undo CtrlZ
Redo CtrlY
Increase Indent Ctrl]
Decrease Indent Ctrl[
Duplicate Line CtrlShiftC

Running Code 6

Action Shortcut
Run File F5
Run Current Section CtrlEnter
Run and Advance CtrlShiftEnter
Interrupt Execution CtrlC
Pause CtrlF5
Quit Execution ShiftF5

Navigation 5

Action Shortcut
Go to Line CtrlG
Set or Clear Bookmark CtrlF2
Next Bookmark F2
Previous Bookmark ShiftF2
Go to Next Variable AltDOWN

File 5

Action Shortcut
Save File CtrlS
New Script CtrlN
Open File CtrlO
Close File CtrlW
Reopen Closed File CtrlShiftT

Desktop Navigation 5

Action Shortcut
Activate Command Window Ctrl0
Activate Editor CtrlShift0
Activate Command History Ctrl1
Activate Workspace Ctrl3
Move Between Desktop Areas CtrlF6

Debugging 4

Action Shortcut
Set or Clear Breakpoint F12
Step F10
Step In F11
Step Out ShiftF11

Find & Replace 3

Action Shortcut
Find CtrlF
Find Next F3
Find and Replace CtrlH

General 3

Action Shortcut
Search CtrlShiftSpace
Cancel Action Esc
Settings Ctrl,

Window 3

Action Shortcut
Maximize Editor CtrlShiftM
Undock Editor CtrlShiftU
Dock Editor CtrlShiftD

Code Folding 1

Action Shortcut
Collapse Fold Ctrl.

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Windows edition · 43 shortcuts

A printable, framed-quality poster of the essential MATLAB 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 MATLAB shortcut?
MATLAB has 43 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 MATLAB product?
No. This is an unofficial reference poster and is not affiliated with or endorsed by MATLAB. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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