Keyboard Shortcuts
  • 12 Sep 2023
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Article Summary

Keyboard shortcuts help you work more quickly and efficiently, allowing you to do multiple tasks at once.

Let's dive into the details. 

Who can use this feature

Keyboard shortcuts are available to all Dialpad users on Dialpad desktop app.

Keyboard Shortcuts

If you're using a MacOS device, press and hold the Command key first. Windows devices, meanwhile, rely on the Control key. From there, you're able to press the appropriate key that executes the shortcut.

Dialpad offers the following keyboard shortcuts:

  • cmd/ctrl and n ... Open dialer to start new call
  • cmd/ctrl and t ... Create new message
  • cmd/ctrl and / ... Search contacts and messages
  • cmd/ctrl and [ or ] ... Back and forward between menus
  • cmd/ctrl and r ... Refresh the app
  • cmd/ctrl and m ... Minimize the app

Frequently Asked Questions 

Can I make my own shortcuts?

Not at this time. 

Why don't they work when I'm using the browser app?

These keyboard shortcuts are not compatible with the web (browser) app.

What about Dialpad Meetings?

Dialpad Meetings has its own set of handy shortcuts. Learn about them in this Help Center article


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