64 OpenSCAD Keyboard Shortcuts

OpenSCAD is a powerful tool for creating 3D models through programming rather than direct manipulation. Knowing the right OpenSCAD Shortcuts can significantly improve your workflow by saving time and reducing repetitive tasks.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user, mastering OpenSCAD Shortcuts allows for faster navigation, quicker editing, and an overall smoother design experience. In this guide, you will find a carefully organized list of essential OpenSCAD Shortcuts to help you work more efficiently.

Most Used OpenSCAD Shortcuts

ActionOpenSCAD Shortcuts
File – SaveF2
File – ReloadF3
Design – Reload and PreviewF4
Design – PreviewF5
Design – RenderF6
3D printF8
File – Export as STLF7
View – PreviewF9
View – SurfacesF10
View – WireframeF11
View – Thrown TogetherF12
Edit – Zoom InCtrl + +
Edit – Zoom OutCtrl + –
View – Show EdgesCtrl + 1
View – Show AxisCtrl + 2
View – Show CrosshairsCtrl + 3
View – TopCtrl + 4
View – BottomCtrl + 5
View – LeftCtrl + 6
View – RightCtrl + 7
View – FrontCtrl + 8
View – BackCtrl + 9
View – DiagonalCtrl + 0
View – View AllCtrl + Shift + V
Select AllCtrl + A
Edit – CopyCtrl + C
Edit – Copy viewport imageCtrl + Shift + C
Edit – CommentCtrl + D
Edit – UncommentCtrl + Shift + D
Edit – Use selection for findCtrl + E
Edit – Find…Ctrl + F
Edit – Find and Replace…Ctrl + Shift + F
Edit – Find NextCtrl + G
Edit – Find PreviousCtrl + Shift + G
Edit – IndentCtrl + I
Edit – UnindentCtrl + Shift + I
File – NewCtrl + N
File – Open…Ctrl + O
File – QuitCtrl + Q
File – ReloadCtrl + R
File – SaveS
File – Save AsCtrl + Shift + S
Edit – Copy Viewport TranslationCtrl + T
Edit – PasteCtrl + V
File – CloseCtrl + W
Edit – CutCtrl + X
Edit – UndoCtrl + Z
Edit – RedoCtrl + Shift + Z
Edit – Increase font sizeCtrl + +
Edit – Decrease font sizeCtrl + –
View – Zoom InCtrl + ]
View – Zoom OutCtrl + [

Navigation Shortcuts

ActionOpenSCAD Shortcut Keys
Char leftLeft Arrow Key
Char rightRight Arrow Key
Line upUp Arrow Key
Line downDown Arrow Key
VCHomeHome
Line EndEnd
Doc startCtrl + Home
Doc endCtrl + End
Paragraph UpCtrl + [
Paragraph DownCtrl + ]
Word leftCtrl + /
Word rightCtrl + \

Using OpenSCAD becomes much more efficient once you integrate OpenSCAD Shortcuts into your daily practice. These shortcuts streamline everything from viewing models to modifying code, letting you focus more on designing and less on manual adjustments. By keeping a reference of common OpenSCAD Shortcuts nearby, you can gradually build speed and confidence in your workflow. Explore the list regularly to find new OpenSCAD Shortcuts that match your working style and project needs.

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