Fast and Efficient Text Entry with WhatsApp Shortcuts

WhatsApp Keys
Using WhatsApp extensively, WhatsApp has brought a tool that permits users to access keyboard keys on its web and desktop versions. This feature offers a quicker and more efficient way to navigate and perform actions within the app.

In order to the keyboard shortcuts on WhatsApp web/desktop, you need to enable them from the settings. This is how to do it:

First, access WhatsApp on your web browser or desktop application. Click on the icon with the dots located in the top right corner of the screen, which will open a dropdown menu. Within this menu, click on 'Settings'. Afterward from the settings menu, click on 'Keyboard shortcuts'. A checkbox with the option 'Enable keyboard shortcuts' will be displayed; select the box to this box to enable the feature.

Once you've enabled the keyboard shortcuts, you can begin the following shortcuts:

• Shift + E: Transfers you to the main chat window and your contacts list.
  
• Shift + N: Starts a new message.
  
• Shift + S: Switches between the main chat window and the active conversation.
  
• Shift + U: Navigate to unread messages.
  
• Shift + Tab: Moves the focus to the previous contact in your contacts list.
  
• Shift + Backspace or Delete: Removes selected message.
  
• Ctrl + Shift + E (Windows or Linux) or Command + Shift + E (Mac): Switch the next unread conversation.
  
• Ctrl + Shift + Backspace (Windows or Linux) or Command + Shift + Backspace (Mac): Move to the previous unread conversation.
  
  

Thanks to these keyboard shortcuts, users can efficiently navigate WhatsApp and perform actions without relying on their mouse or touchpad. This is especially useful for users who are typing on their keyboard for an extended period or those with accessibility needs.

Remember that these apply to the web and desktop versions of WhatsApp and may change over time. It's wise to check the WhatsApp help center for the most up-to-date information on keyboard shortcuts.