Filmora Keyboard Shortcuts: Complete List for Windows & Mac (2026)
Filmora keyboard shortcuts are key combinations that speed up video editing by replacing mouse clicks. The most-used shortcuts are Ctrl+B (split), Ctrl+Z (undo), Spacebar (play/pause), and Ctrl+E (export). Filmora supports 90+ default shortcuts on Windows and Mac, and every shortcut can be customized via File > Keyboard Shortcuts. On Mac, replace Ctrl with Command (⌘) for most commands.
What Are Filmora Keyboard Shortcuts?
Filmora keyboard shortcuts are predefined key combinations in Wondershare Filmora that let you perform editing actions splitting clips, trimming, adding markers, exporting without reaching for the mouse. Learning even ten of them can noticeably cut editing time, because the most repeated actions in a timeline (cut, trim, play, undo) become single keystrokes. All shortcuts work on both Windows and macOS, with the main difference being that macOS uses the Command (⌘) key where Windows uses Ctrl.
Most-Used Filmora Shortcuts (Top 15)
If you only memorize a handful, start here. These are the highest-impact shortcuts for everyday editing, ranked by how often editors use them:
| Action | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Split clip (blade) | Ctrl + B | ⌘ + B |
| Play / Pause | Spacebar | Spacebar |
| Undo | Ctrl + Z | ⌘ + Z |
| Redo | Ctrl + Y | Shift + ⌘ + Z |
| Copy | Ctrl + C | ⌘ + C |
| Paste | Ctrl + V | ⌘ + V |
| Delete | Delete | Backspace |
| Ripple Delete (close gap) | Shift + Del | Shift + Del |
| Select All | Ctrl + A | ⌘ + A |
| Add Marker | M | M |
| Detach Audio | Ctrl + Alt + D | Ctrl + Option + D |
| Zoom to Fit Timeline | Shift + Z | Shift + Z |
| Snapshot | Ctrl + Alt + S | Ctrl + Option + S |
| Render Preview | Enter | Return |
| Export | Ctrl + E | ⌘ + E |
Filmora Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows (Full List)
Below is the complete list of default Filmora keyboard shortcuts for Windows, grouped by category. You can change any of these in File > Keyboard Shortcuts.
File Shortcuts (Windows)
| Action | Windows Shortcut |
|---|---|
| New Project | Ctrl + N |
| Open Project | Ctrl + O |
| Save Project | Ctrl + S |
| Save Project As | Ctrl + Shift + S |
| Archive Project | Ctrl + Shift + A |
| Import Media Files | Ctrl + I |
| Record Voice-Over | Alt + R |
| Add a New Folder | Ctrl + Alt + N |
| Preferences | Ctrl + Shift + , |
| Exit | Alt + F4 |
Edit Shortcuts (Windows)
| Action | Windows Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Undo | Ctrl + Z |
| Redo | Ctrl + Y |
| Cut | Ctrl + X |
| Copy | Ctrl + C |
| Paste | Ctrl + V |
| Delete | Delete |
| Ripple Delete | Shift + Del |
| Close Gap | Alt + Del |
| Select All | Ctrl + A |
| Duplicate | Ctrl + D |
| Copy Effects | Ctrl + Alt + C |
| Paste Effects | Ctrl + Alt + V |
| Nudge Left / Right | Alt + Left / Alt + Right |
| Nudge Up / Down | Alt + Up / Alt + Down |
Tools Shortcuts (Windows)
| Action | Windows Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Split | Ctrl + B |
| Edit Properties | Alt + E |
| Trim Start to Playhead | Alt + [ |
| Trim End to Playhead | Alt + ] |
| Crop and Zoom | Alt + C |
| Crop to Fit | Ctrl + F |
| Rotate 90° CW / CCW | Ctrl + Alt + Right / Left |
| Group / Ungroup | Ctrl + G / Ctrl + Alt + G |
| Uniform Speed | Ctrl + R |
| Add Freeze Frame | Alt + F |
| Detach Audio | Ctrl + Alt + D |
| Mute | Ctrl + Shift + M |
| Stabilization | Alt + S |
| Color Correction | Ctrl + Shift + C |
| Chroma Key (Green Screen) | Ctrl + Shift + G |
| Motion Tracking | Alt + X |
| Color Match | Alt + M |
| Render Preview | Enter |
| Add Keyframe | Alt + Left Click |
| Previous / Next Keyframe | [ / ] |
| Insert / Overwrite | Shift + I / Shift + O |
| Rename | F2 |
| Reveal in Explorer | Ctrl + Shift + R |
| Apply | Alt + A |
| Color Markers (Red→Grey) | Alt + 1 … Alt + 8 |
Playback & View Shortcuts (Windows)
| Action | Windows Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Play / Pause | Space |
| Stop | Ctrl + / |
| Full Screen / Restore | Alt + Enter |
| Previous / Next Frame | Left / Right |
| Previous / Next Edit Point | Up / Down |
| Go to Previous / Next Second | Shift + Left / Shift + Right |
| Go to Project Beginning / End | Home / End |
| Snapshot | Ctrl + Alt + S |
| Zoom In / Out | Ctrl + = / Ctrl + − |
| Zoom to Fit Timeline | Shift + Z |
Marker & Misc Shortcuts (Windows)
| Action | Windows Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Mark In / Mark Out | I / O |
| Clear In and Out | Ctrl + Shift + X |
| Add Marker | M |
| Edit Marker | Shift + M |
| Help | F1 |
| Export | Ctrl + E |
Filmora Keyboard Shortcuts for Mac (Full List)
On macOS, Filmora uses Command (⌘) in place of Ctrl for most actions, plus Option (⌥) where Windows uses Alt. To view or edit them, go to Wondershare Filmora > Keyboard Shortcuts.
File & App Shortcuts (Mac)
| Action | Mac Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Preferences | ⌘ + , |
| Keyboard Shortcuts | Ctrl + ⌘ + K |
| Quit Filmora | ⌘ + Q |
| New Project | ⌘ + N |
| Open Project | ⌘ + O |
| Close Project | ⌘ + W |
| Save Project | ⌘ + S |
| Save Project As | Shift + ⌘ + S |
| Archive Project | Shift + ⌘ + A |
| Import Media Files | ⌘ + I |
| Record Voice-Over | ⌘ + R |
| Add a New Folder | Shift + ⌘ + N |
Edit Shortcuts (Mac)
| Action | Mac Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Undo | ⌘ + Z |
| Redo | Shift + ⌘ + Z |
| Cut | ⌘ + X |
| Copy | ⌘ + C |
| Paste | ⌘ + V |
| Delete | Backspace |
| Ripple Delete | Shift + Delete |
| Close Gap | Option + D |
| Select All | ⌘ + A |
| Duplicate | ⌘ + D |
| Copy Effects | Option + ⌘ + C |
| Paste Effects | Option + ⌘ + V |
| Nudge Left / Right | Option + Left / Right |
| Nudge Up / Down | Option + Up / Down |
Tools Shortcuts (Mac)
| Action | Mac Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Split | ⌘ + B |
| Edit Properties | Option + E |
| Trim Start to Playhead | Option + [ |
| Trim End to Playhead | Option + ] |
| Crop and Zoom | Option + C |
| Crop to Fit | ⌘ + F |
| Rotate 90° CW / CCW | ⌘ + Option + Right / Left |
| Group / Ungroup | ⌘ + G / Option + ⌘ + G |
| Uniform Speed | Ctrl + R |
| Add Freeze Frame | Option + F |
| Detach Audio | Ctrl + Option + D |
| Mute | Shift + ⌘ + M |
| Stabilization | Option + S |
| Color Correction | Shift + ⌘ + C |
| Chroma Key (Green Screen) | Shift + ⌘ + G |
| Motion Tracking | Option + X |
| Color Match | Option + M |
| Render Preview | Return / Enter |
| Quick Split Mode | C |
| Select Mode | V |
| Insert / Overwrite | Shift + ⌘ + I / Shift + ⌘ + O |
| Reveal in Finder | Shift + ⌘ + R |
| Apply | Option + A |
| Color Markers (Red→Grey) | ⌘ + 1 … ⌘ + 8 |
Playback, View & Marker Shortcuts (Mac)
| Action | Mac Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Play / Pause | Space |
| Stop | Ctrl + / |
| Play Full Screen | Option + Enter |
| Snapshot | Ctrl + Option + S |
| Previous / Next Frame | Left / Right |
| Previous / Next Edit Point | Up / Down |
| Zoom In / Out Timeline | ⌘ + = / ⌘ + − |
| Zoom to Fit Timeline | Shift + Z |
| Mark In / Mark Out | I / O |
| Clear In and Out | Shift + ⌘ + X |
| Add Marker / Edit Marker | M / Shift + M |
| Export | ⌘ + E |
Windows vs Mac: Filmora Shortcut Differences
Most Filmora shortcuts are identical across platforms only the modifier key changes. Here are the key differences to remember when switching between Windows and Mac:
| Action | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Primary modifier | Ctrl | Command (⌘) |
| Secondary modifier | Alt | Option (⌥) |
| Redo | Ctrl + Y | Shift + ⌘ + Z |
| Delete clip | Delete | Backspace |
| Close Gap | Alt + Del | Option + D |
| Quit app | Alt + F4 | ⌘ + Q |
| Open shortcut editor | (File menu) | Ctrl + ⌘ + K |
How to Customize Keyboard Shortcuts in Filmora
Filmora lets you reassign almost any shortcut to match your own workflow. Here’s how:
- Open Filmora and go to File > Keyboard Shortcuts (on Mac: Wondershare Filmora > Keyboard Shortcuts, or press Ctrl + ⌘ + K).
- Use the search bar at the top to find the command you want to change.
- Click the existing shortcut next to that command.
- Press your preferred key combination. If it’s already in use, Filmora will warn you pick another.
- Click OK to save. To undo all changes, click Restore Defaults.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the split shortcut in Filmora?
The split (blade) shortcut in Filmora is Ctrl + B on Windows and ⌘ + B on Mac. It cuts the selected clip at the playhead position.
How do I export a video in Filmora using the keyboard?
Press Ctrl + E on Windows or ⌘ + E on Mac to open the export window.
What is the ripple delete shortcut in Filmora?
Ripple delete is Shift + Del on Windows and Shift + Delete on Mac. It removes a clip and automatically closes the gap on the timeline.
Can I use Premiere Pro shortcuts in Filmora?
Yes. In File > Keyboard Shortcuts, you can switch the preset to Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro X so your existing shortcuts carry over.
How do I change a keyboard shortcut in Filmora?
Go to File > Keyboard Shortcuts (Mac: Ctrl + ⌘ + K), search for the command, click the current shortcut, press your new combination, and click OK. Use Restore Defaults to undo.
Are Filmora shortcuts the same on Windows and Mac?
Mostly. The actions are the same, but Mac uses Command (⌘) instead of Ctrl and Option (⌥) instead of Alt for most shortcuts.
What is the play/pause shortcut in Filmora?
Press the Spacebar to play or pause the preview on both Windows and Mac.
How many keyboard shortcuts does Filmora have?
Filmora includes more than 90 default keyboard shortcuts across file, edit, tools, playback, and marker categories, all of which can be customized.
Final Thoughts
Mastering even a dozen Filmora keyboard shortcuts will speed up your editing far more than any single feature. Start with the top 15 above, then customize the rest to fit your workflow. If you edit in other software too, check out our related shortcut guides.
