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The SQL Editor section runs and formats queries: Execute SQL Statement runs one statement, Execute SQL Script runs the script, and Format SQL tidies the text. Data Editor edits the rows of a result. Navigation and Views open the panels and editors around them.

Start with these

  • Execute SQL Statement
  • Execute SQL Script
  • Format SQL
  • SQL Content Assist
  • New SQL Editor
  • Database Navigator

Tips for DBeaver

  • In the Data Editor, Edit Cell Value Enter opens the cell, Save Changes CtrlS saves the edits and Refresh Data CtrlR reloads the rows.
  • Refresh Database Tree F5 reloads the tree in the navigator.
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SQL Editor8

ActionShortcut
Execute SQL Statement
Execute SQL Script
SQL Content Assist
Format SQL
Duplicate Line
Toggle Comment
Move Line Up
Move Line Down

Data Editor5

ActionShortcut
Edit Cell Value
Next Cell
Previous Cell
Save Changes
Refresh Data

Views4

ActionShortcut
Switch Editors
Close Tab
New SQL Editor
Refresh Database Tree
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many keyboard shortcuts does DBeaver have on Windows?

DBeaver has 23 keyboard shortcuts on Windows, organized into 4 sections: Navigation, SQL Editor, Data Editor, Views. This page lists all of them with searchable, organized shortcut tables.

Which DBeaver shortcuts should I learn first?

Start with Execute SQL Statement (Ctrl+Enter), Execute SQL Script (Ctrl+Alt+Enter), Format SQL (Ctrl+Shift+F), SQL Content Assist (Ctrl+Space), New SQL Editor (Ctrl+N), Database Navigator (Ctrl+Shift+E). The sections on this page list the rest.

Can I download DBeaver shortcuts as a PDF?

Yes. Click the download button at the top of this page to generate a printable PDF cheat sheet with all 23 DBeaver shortcuts. The PDF includes organized sections, keycap-style key labels, and space for your own notes.

Where is the official DBeaver keyboard shortcuts documentation?

The official DBeaver 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 DBeaver shortcuts work on all Windows keyboards?

Yes. These shortcuts work on standard Windows keyboards. The modifier keys are Ctrl, Alt, Shift, and the Windows key (⊞). Some laptop keyboards may have compact layouts where certain keys require an Fn modifier to access.

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