Assigning a shortcut to a command

In addition to the default keyboard shortcuts that are available, you can assign shortcuts manually. Assigning a shortcut can change any default shortcut that uses that key combination.

Procedure

To assign a keyboard shortcut to a command:
  1. Click File > Options, and then in the Options window click Customize > Keyboard.
  2. In the list of tabs, expand a tab name to view a list of all the commands in that tab.
  3. Select a command in the list. A description of the command is displayed beneath the list. Any existing keyboard shortcuts are shown in the Shortcuts area.
  4. Type the key in the Press New Shortcut Key box. As you press Ctrl or Shift, this part of the keystroke is automatically added.

    You cannot assign:

    • The Alt key as part of the shortcut (except when it is combined with Ctrl). Alt is reserved for access keys.
    • The numbers 0 - 9, or Shift+, Ctrl+, Alt+ combinations with these numbers, as shortcuts. These numbers are reserved for Selection Sets commands.
  5. Click Add.
    Note: If you type a key or key combination that is already used by another command, the command to which this key is already assigned is displayed. You can continue to add this keystroke, but ensure that you remove it from the original command.
  6. Click OK.

Results

The shortcut can now be used. If you no longer require a particular shortcut, you can use Remove. Alternatively use Reset All to revert to the default shortcuts.