Open Commands with Alt+/
Press Alt+/ and start typing what you want to do. Searching “table”, “citation”, “review” or “break” is often faster than remembering which panel or toolbar contains an action.
Do not use Mod+K for Commands. In the editor, Mod+K is used for adding or editing links.
Search and run an action
The palette filters commands as you type. Choose the result you want and Compose runs it when that action can be used for what you currently have selected.
The palette uses the commands available in your current version of Compose, so the list can grow as the app changes. The shortcut stays the same.
The palette is especially useful for actions you use occasionally. You do not need to remember where every feature lives before you can work efficiently in Compose.
Some commands depend on what you are editing
Some commands only work when the right thing is selected. Table commands need a table, image commands need an image, and some PDF actions only make sense in the right part of a document.
If a command is unavailable, check what is selected or use the visible control to understand what the action expects.
Open the shortcut reference with Mod+/
Press Mod+/ to see the current shortcut reference. “Mod” means the main modifier key for your platform, usually Command on macOS and Control on Windows or Linux.
The in-app reference is the best place to check current bindings because browsers and operating systems can reserve key combinations.
Use shortcuts when they genuinely save time
Common actions such as formatting, undo, redo, Save and links have shortcuts where one is available. You can still reach every important action through buttons or menus.
If a shortcut behaves differently on a particular device, use the visible control. Then check the current shortcut reference for that platform.
If you prefer the mouse or touch controls, nothing is lost. The same product actions remain available through the interface, which also makes Commands easier to learn gradually.