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Windows edition · 40 shortcuts
MuseScore Keyboard Shortcuts Poster
A printable, framed-quality poster of the essential MuseScore shortcuts for Windows — the keys worth keeping in view, designed to stay readable on a wall.
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All MuseScore keyboard shortcuts (Windows)
The complete list of 40 MuseScore keyboard shortcuts for Windows, grouped by category. The poster itself features the most essential of these — the keys worth keeping in view, sized to stay readable on a wall.
Editing 11
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Undo | CtrlZ |
| Move Pitch Up | UP |
| Move Pitch Down | DOWN |
| Redo | CtrlShiftZ |
| Copy | CtrlC |
| Paste | CtrlV |
| Move Pitch Up an Octave | CtrlUP |
| Move Pitch Down an Octave | CtrlDOWN |
| Delete | Del |
| Flip Direction | X |
| Repeat Selection | R |
Note Input 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle Note Input Mode | N |
| Enter Notes A–G | A |
| Enter Rest | 0 |
| Add Tied Note | T |
| Toggle Duration Dot | . |
| Halve Selected Duration | Q |
| Double Selected Duration | W |
| Toggle Sharp | + |
| Toggle Flat | − |
Navigation 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Select Next Chord | RIGHT |
| Select Previous Chord | LEFT |
| Go to Next Measure | CtrlRIGHT |
| Go to Previous Measure | CtrlLEFT |
| Find / Go to Measure | CtrlF |
Notation 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Add Slur | S |
| Add Lyrics | CtrlL |
| Add Chord Symbol | CtrlK |
| Add Crescendo | Shift. |
| Add/Remove Instruments | I |
Selection 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Select All | CtrlA |
| Extend Selection to Next Note | ShiftRIGHT |
| Extend Selection to Previous Note | ShiftLEFT |
View 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Zoom In | Ctrl= |
| Zoom Out | Ctrl− |
| Show/Hide Palettes | F9 |
File 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Save | CtrlS |
| Open | CtrlO |
| CtrlP |
Playback 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Play / Stop | Space |
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Frequently asked questions
- Does the poster include every MuseScore shortcut?
- MuseScore has 40 keyboard shortcuts in total — the complete list is free to read on this page. The poster features the most essential ones, curated to stay readable on a wall.
- Can I print it at home?
- Yes. The digital download is a high-resolution 300 DPI file you can print at home or at any print shop, in standard frame sizes.
- Does it cover both Mac and Windows?
- We sell separate Mac and Windows editions so every key matches your keyboard exactly. This page is the Windows edition.
- Is this an official MuseScore product?
- No. This is an unofficial reference poster and is not affiliated with or endorsed by MuseScore. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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