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Command the terminal at
full speed
Master Bash, Vim and your Linux desktop with the essential keyboard shortcuts — navigation, editing and window management.
The terminal is where Linux power lives — and its shortcuts are legendary. Move the cursor by word, edit a command line with your eyes on the output, switch between Vim modes in a heartbeat and manage windows without touching the mouse. This library gathers the essential Bash, Vim, GNOME and window-manager shortcuts in one searchable cheat sheet.
Features
Everything you get with this tool — free, unlimited and right in your browser.
Bash navigation & editing
Jump by word, line or history, edit commands with keystrokes and recall past commands instantly.
Vim essentials
Move in Normal mode, edit in Insert mode, and use operators to change text faster than any other editor.
Desktop & windows
Switch workspaces, launch apps and tile windows with GNOME or your window manager’s shortcuts.
Searchable & printable
Search any command or print the full cheat sheet to keep beside your monitor.
How to use
Get started in a few simple steps.
Choose Bash, Vim or Desktop shortcuts from the tabs.
Type an action like “move cursor” or browse the categories.
Pick a few commands to use in your next terminal session.
Export the full list for a handy physical reference.
Tips & recommendations
Pro tips to get the most out of this tool.
Ctrl+A / Ctrl+E change how you edit
Jump to the start or end of a command line — the foundation of fast terminal editing.
Ctrl+R is command recall
Reverse-search your history and rerun past commands in seconds instead of retyping them.
Learn one Vim operator a week
Vim’s operators (d for delete, y for yank, c for change) combine with motions for enormous editing speed.
Workspaces beat window clutter
A shortcut to switch workspaces keeps your desktop organised without dragging windows around.
Examples & data
See this tool in action.
| Context | Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Bash | Ctrl+A / Ctrl+E | Jump to start / end |
| Bash | Ctrl+R | Reverse history search |
| Vim | dd | Delete current line |
| GNOME | Super+Up | Maximise window |
A taste of the essential shortcuts — search the full library for your workflow.
Command the terminal at full speed
Master Bash, Vim and your Linux desktop with the essential keyboard shortcuts — navigation, editing and window management.
Start freeFrequently asked questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Yes — free, unlimited and printable, with no signup.
The core Bash shortcuts work in Bash, Zsh and most terminals. Vim shortcuts cover Vim and Neovim.
Yes — GNOME and common window-manager shortcuts for workspaces, windows and app launching.
Yes — the print view exports a clean cheat sheet for every category.