Essential Keyboard Shortcuts Every Software Tester Should Know

Here's an expanded list with all the keyboard shortcuts for testers:

1. Browser Tab Switching:

   • Switch to the next tab: Ctrl + Tab
   • Switch to the previous tab: Ctrl + Shift + Tab
   • Switch to a specific tab (1 to 8): Ctrl + (1 to 8)
   • Switch to the last tab: Ctrl + 9

2. Window Management:

   • Switch between open windows: Alt + Tab
   • Cycle backward through open windows: Alt + Shift + Tab
   • Minimize the current window: Win + Down Arrow
   • Maximize or restore the current window: Win + Up Arrow
   • Snap a window to the left or right side of the screen: Win + Left/Right Arrow
   • Move a window to a different monitor: Win + Shift + Left/Right Arrow
   • Close the current window: Alt + F4

3. General Shortcuts:

   • Copy selected item: Ctrl + C
   • Cut selected item: Ctrl + X
   • Paste selected item: Ctrl + V
   • Undo action: Ctrl + Z
   • Redo action: Ctrl + Y
   • Select all items: Ctrl + A
   • Find: Ctrl + F
   • Save: Ctrl + S

4. Task Manager:

   • Open Task Manager: Ctrl + Shift + Esc
   • Close the current task or process: Alt + F4

5. Desktop Navigation:

   • Show desktop: Win + D
   • Switch between virtual desktops: Win + Ctrl + Left/Right Arrow

6. Developer Tools:

   • Open Developer Tools:
     • Chrome, Edge, Opera: Ctrl + Shift + I
     • Firefox: Ctrl + Shift + K
     • Some laptops or keyboards: Fn + F12
   • Find in Developer Tools: Ctrl + F

7. Hard Refresh Shortcut:

   • Ctrl + Shift + R

8. Testing Tools Specific:

   • Specific shortcuts for testing tools like Selenium, JIRA, etc., if available. These can vary widely depending on the tool being used.

These shortcuts cover a broad range of actions that can greatly enhance productivity and efficiency for software testers.