Atlassian Crucible Keyboard Shortcuts: Full List + Free PDF
Atlassian Crucible is a peer code-review tool that lets development teams find defects, leave inline comments, and track issues directly in the source. Its keyboard shortcuts let reviewers move through files, comments, and diffs without reaching for the mouse which adds up to real time saved across a day of reviews.
This page lists every Crucible keyboard shortcut, grouped by category, with a free PDF you can download or print. You’ll also find how to view the shortcut list inside Crucible itself, and a note on the product’s current support status.
Is Atlassian Crucible still supported?
Atlassian has wound down its standalone server products, and Crucible (along with Fisheye) is no longer actively developed and sold the way it once was. Teams running an existing Crucible server installation can still use every shortcut below they work on current installs. New teams setting up code review today usually evaluate alternatives, but if you’re already on Crucible, this reference applies as-is.
How to view keyboard shortcuts inside Crucible
You don’t have to memorize the full list Crucible has a built-in reference:
- Open any review in Crucible.
- Click the Tools drop-down menu in the top-right corner of the screen.
- Select Keyboard Shortcuts.
A reference panel opens showing the shortcuts available in your version. You can also press G then A to open this panel directly.
Most Used Atlassian Crucible Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle full-screen preview mode | G then D |
| Open reference list of keyboard shortcuts | G then A |
| Close reference list of keyboard shortcuts | G then I |
| Go to the previous element | G then P |
| Go to the next element | G then G |
File Navigation Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Go to the next element | J |
| Go to the previous element | K |
| Go to first file | Shift + K |
| Go to the last file | Shift + J |
| Go to the next unreviewed file | U |
| Go to previous unreviewed file | I |
| Set file reviewed and go to next unreviewed file | Y |
| Toggle file reviewed or unreviewed status | Shift + Y |
| Expand current file | E |
| Collapse current file | C |
| Expand all files | Shift + E |
| Collapse all files | Shift + C |
Comment Navigation Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Go to next review comment | N |
| Go to previous review comment | P |
| Go to first review comment | Shift + P |
| Go to the last review comment | Shift + N |
| Go to the next thread | L |
| Go to the previous thread | H |
| Go to the next unread comment | ] |
| Go to previous unread comment | [ |
| Reply to a comment | R |
| Toggle comment read or unread status | M |
The two shortcuts worth learning first
If you only memorize two keys, make them J and K. They jump you to the next and previous element in a review and you can choose what counts as an “element” (files, comments, defects, or diffs) using the dropdown in the review header. Pair them with R to reply to a comment without touching the mouse, and a full review pass gets noticeably faster.
A handy detail for marking your place: press Y to mark the current file reviewed and jump straight to the next unreviewed one, or M to leave a comment unread so you can circle back to it later.
Frequently asked questions
How do I reply to a comment in Crucible?
Press R while focused on a comment to open the reply form.
How do I mark a file as reviewed in Crucible?
Press Y to set the current file as reviewed and jump to the next unreviewed file. Press Shift + Y to toggle the reviewed status.
What is the shortcut to see all Crucible keyboard shortcuts?
Press G then A, or open Tools > Keyboard Shortcuts from any review.
Do Crucible keyboard shortcuts work in the browser?
Yes they’re web-app shortcuts. Note that Crucible reassigns some function keys (such as F1 and F6), which can override browser defaults during a review.
Can I download the Crucible shortcuts as a PDF?
Yes. Use the download link on this page for a printable Crucible keyboard shortcuts cheat sheet.
Wrapping up
These shortcuts cover the three things reviewers do most in Crucible: navigating files, moving through comments, and managing review state. Start with J/K for navigation and R for replies, keep the PDF handy, and the rest become muscle memory quickly. Bookmark this page as your quick reference, or download the cheat sheet above.
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