App Store shortcuts
- 11 shortcuts
- 2 sections
- Apple Apps
- Verified against official docs
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Do these shortcuts work for you?
Most App Store shortcuts switch between the pages of the store. The Navigation section has one for each page, from Display Discover apps to Display Updates. The General section has the rest: Search for an app, Refresh the current page and Go to the previous page.
Start with these
- Search for an app
- Display Discover apps
- Display Updates
- Display Categories
- Go to the previous page
- Refresh the current page
Tips for App Store
- The page shortcuts use the number keys in order. Display Discover apps ⌘1 is the first and Display Updates ⌘8 is the last.
- Use Search for an app ⌘F when you know the name of the app. The page shortcuts are for browsing.
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| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Refresh the current page | |
| Go to the previous page | |
| Search for an app |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many keyboard shortcuts does App Store have on macOS?
App Store has 11 keyboard shortcuts on macOS, organized into 2 sections: Navigation, General. This page lists all of them with searchable, organized shortcut tables.
Which App Store shortcuts should I learn first?
Start with Search for an app (⌘F), Display Discover apps (⌘1), Display Updates (⌘8), Display Categories (⌘7), Go to the previous page (⌘[), Refresh the current page (⌘R). The sections on this page list the rest.
Can I download App Store shortcuts as a PDF?
Yes. Click the download button at the top of this page to generate a printable PDF cheat sheet with all 11 App Store shortcuts. The PDF includes organized sections, keycap-style key labels, and space for your own notes.
Where is the official App Store keyboard shortcuts documentation?
The official App Store keyboard shortcuts documentation is available on their website. Every shortcut on this page is sourced from and verified against the official documentation to ensure accuracy.
Do these App Store shortcuts work on all Mac keyboards?
Yes. These shortcuts work on all Mac keyboards, including MacBook built-in keyboards and external Apple keyboards. The modifier keys are Command (⌘), Option (⌥), Control (⌃), and Shift (⇧). On keyboards without a Function row, some F-key shortcuts may require holding the Fn key.
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