Command+H

Updated: 05/01/2023 by Computer Hope

Apple Command key, plus sign, and the letter H

Alternatively called Cmd+H, Command+H is a keyboard shortcut most commonly used to find and replace a character, word, or phrase. Below are other programs that use this keyboard shortcut and related information.

Tip

On Windows computers, this keyboard shortcut is performed using Ctrl+H.

How to use the Command+H keyboard shortcut

To use this keyboard shortcut, press and hold either Command key, and while continuing to hold, press H.

Command+H in macOS

In Apple's macOS, Command+H is used to hide the currently active program. Essentially, it minimizes the application to the Dock, but doesn't close it.

Command+H in an Internet browser

In most Internet browsers (e.g., Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari), pressing Command+H opens the browser's history.

Command+H in word processors and text editors

In word processors and text editors, Command+H opens the find and replace tool that lets you search for a character, word, or phrase and replace it with something else.

Note

If you only want to find text and not replace, use the Command+F shortcut.

Below are links to related keyboard shortcuts and individual key pages.

Cmd, H, Keyboard, Keyboard shortcut, Keyboard terms, Replace