Corel VideoStudio Keyboard Shortcuts: The Complete List (2026)
Quick answer: The most-used Corel VideoStudio keyboard shortcuts are Ctrl + N (new project), Ctrl + S (save), Ctrl + I (split video), Spacebar (play/pause), F3 / F4 (set mark-in / mark-out), and Tab (toggle the trim handles). The full list of 50+ shortcuts, organized by category and verified against Corel’s official documentation, is below along with a free downloadable PDF cheat sheet.
Corel VideoStudio is a Windows video-editing program originally developed by Ulead Systems and now owned by Alludo (formerly Corel Corporation). It gives you a full toolkit for capturing, editing, and sharing videos, slideshows, and projects and learning its keyboard shortcuts is the fastest way to speed up your editing workflow.
This guide lists every shortcut grouped the same way Corel groups them: Menu commands, Step Panel, Navigation Panel, Timeline, and Multi-Trim Video.
Most-Used Corel VideoStudio Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Create a new project | Ctrl + N |
| Open a project | Ctrl + O |
| Save a project | Ctrl + S |
| Undo | Ctrl + Z |
| Redo | Ctrl + Y |
| Copy | Ctrl + C |
| Paste | Ctrl + V |
| Split video | Ctrl + I |
| Play / Pause | Spacebar |
| Set mark-in | F3 |
| Set mark-out | F4 |
| Delete | Del |
| Help | F1 |
Menu Command Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Create a new project | Ctrl + N |
| Open a project | Ctrl + O |
| Save a project | Ctrl + S |
| Project Properties | Alt + Enter |
| Preferences | F6 |
| Undo | Ctrl + Z |
| Redo | Ctrl + Y |
| Copy | Ctrl + C |
| Paste | Ctrl + V |
| Delete | Del |
| Help | F1 |
Step Panel Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Go to Capture step | Alt + C |
| Go to Edit step | Alt + E |
| Go to Effect (Gallery list) | Alt + F |
| Go to Media (Gallery list) | Alt + O |
| Go to Title (Gallery list) | Alt + T |
| Go to Share step | Alt + S |
| Go to the previous step | Up arrow |
| Go to the next step | Down arrow |
Navigation Panel Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Set mark-in | F3 |
| Set mark-out | F4 |
| Play / Pause | Ctrl + P |
| Play / Pause | Space |
| Play the currently selected clip | Shift + Play button |
| Return to the starting segment or cue | Home |
| Home | Ctrl + H |
| Move to the end segment or cue | End |
| End | Ctrl + E |
| Previous frame | B |
| Next frame | F |
| Repeat | Ctrl + R |
| System volume | Ctrl + L |
| Split video | Ctrl + I |
| Toggle between the Trim Handles and Scrubber | Tab |
| Switch to the right trim handle (when left handle active) | Tab or Enter |
| Move to the previous frame (handles/scrubber active) | Left arrow |
| Move to the next frame (handles/scrubber active) | Right arrow |
| Deactivate the Trim Handles / Scrubber | Esc |
Timeline Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Select all clips on the Timeline | Ctrl + A |
| Cut selected characters (on-screen title edit) | Ctrl + X |
| Select multiple clips in the same track | Shift + Click |
| Select the previous clip | Left arrow |
| Select the next clip | Right arrow |
| Zoom in / out | + / – |
| Scroll forward | Ctrl + Right |
| Scroll backward | Ctrl + Left |
| Scroll up | Ctrl + Up / Page Up |
| Scroll down | Ctrl + Down / Page Down |
| Move to the start of the Timeline | Home |
| Move to the end of the Timeline | End |
| Previous segment | Ctrl + H |
| Next segment | Ctrl + E |
Multi-Trim Video Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Delete | Del |
| Set mark-in | F3 |
| Set mark-out | F4 |
| Go backward in the clip | F5 |
| Go forward in the clip | F6 |
| Cancel | Esc |
How to Customize Keyboard Shortcuts in VideoStudio
VideoStudio’s customizable toolbar above the timeline (introduced in VideoStudio 2018 and later) lets you pin the tools you use most for instant access. To adjust your workspace tools, open the Settings / Preferences menu (F6) and review the customization options for your version. The core shortcuts listed above are fixed defaults and work across recent versions.
Download the Corel VideoStudio Shortcuts PDF
Want a printable cheat sheet to keep next to your keyboard? Download the Corel VideoStudio Shortcuts PDF — a one-page reference with every shortcut on this page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a Mac version of Corel VideoStudio?
No. Corel VideoStudio is Windows-only — there is no macOS version. The shortcuts on this page are for Windows. If you’re on a Mac and want similar shortcut-driven editing, alternatives like Filmora or DaVinci Resolve run natively on macOS.
What is the shortcut to split a clip in VideoStudio?
Position the playhead where you want the cut and press Ctrl + I to split the video at that point.
How do I set mark-in and mark-out points?
Press F3 to set the mark-in point and F4 to set the mark-out point. The same keys work in both the Navigation Panel and the Multi-Trim Video dialog.
What is the play/pause shortcut?
Press the Spacebar (or Ctrl + P) to play or pause the clip in the preview window.
How many keyboard shortcuts does Corel VideoStudio have?
Corel’s official documentation lists 50+ shortcuts across five categories: Menu commands, Step Panel, Navigation Panel, Timeline, and Multi-Trim Video.
Do these shortcuts work in all versions of VideoStudio?
The core shortcuts have stayed consistent across recent releases (X4/X5 through VideoStudio 2022 and later). Some newer features add their own controls, but the keys above are the stable defaults.
Summary
Corel VideoStudio’s keyboard shortcuts fall into five groups: Menu commands (Ctrl + N, Ctrl + S, Ctrl + Z), Step Panel (Alt + C/E/F/O/T/S), Navigation Panel (F3/F4 marks, Spacebar play, Ctrl + I split, Tab trim), Timeline (Ctrl + A select, +/– zoom, Ctrl + arrows scroll), and Multi-Trim Video (F3/F4/F5/F6). Master the most-used dozen first, keep the PDF cheat sheet handy, and your editing speed will climb quickly.
All shortcuts on this page were verified against Corel’s official Knowledge Base. Last reviewed: 2026.
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