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Notepad++ is a powerhouse for developers and writers, largely due to its extensive keyboard shortcuts. However, remembering hundreds of combinations is impossible. This tool serves as an interactive, searchable database designed to speed up your coding workflow. Whether you are manipulating lines, folding code, or performing multi-line editing, finding the right key combination instantly can save hours of cumulative time.

This tool organizes shortcuts into logical categories such as File Management, Editing, Search, and View operations. It is optimized for the latest version of Notepad++, focusing on the default key mappings used on Windows systems.

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Formulas

Using shortcuts efficiently relies on muscle memory. The logic of key mapping in Notepad++ often follows standard Windows conventions but extends them for code-specific tasks.

  • Step 1. Identify the intent (e.g., 'Move line up').
  • Step 2. Consult the Search tool below filtering by 'Line Operations'.
  • Step 3. Execute Ctrl + Shift + Up.

Efficient usage reduces reliance on the mouse, keeping your hands on the home row.

Reference Data

CategoryActionShortcut
FileNew DocumentCtrl + N
EditingDuplicate Current LineCtrl + D
SearchFind NextF3
ViewToggle Full ScreenF11
OperationsColumn Mode SelectAlt + Mouse

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Navigate to Settings > Shortcut Mapper in the Notepad++ menu. This tool lists the defaults, but if a shortcut isn't working, check if another plugin or system setting has overridden it.
Notepad++ is built on the Scintilla editing component. Many deep editing commands (like line transposition or rectangluar selection) are inherited directly from the Scintilla engine logic.
Generally, yes. However, system-level shortcuts (like Alt+Tab or Workspace switching) in Linux Desktop Environments (GNOME/KDE) might conflict with Notepad++ shortcuts. You may need to remap conflicting keys in your OS settings.