Ctrl+6
Updated: 11/12/2023 by Computer Hope
Alternatively known as Control+6, ^6, and C-6, Ctrl+6 is a keyboard shortcut most commonly used to switch to the sixth tab in an Internet browser or other programs with tab support. Below are other programs that use this keyboard shortcut and related information.
How to use the Ctrl+6 keyboard shortcut
To use this keyboard shortcut, press and hold either Ctrl key, and while continuing to hold, press 6.
Note
For this shortcut, you must use 6 above the top row keys, not on the numeric keypad.
Ctrl+6 in Microsoft Excel 2019
In Microsoft Excel 2019, pressing Ctrl+6 hides and shows hidden objects (e.g., a picture).
Ctrl+6 in an Internet browser
With all major Internet browsers (e.g., Chrome, Edge, Edge, Internet Explorer, Firefox), pressing Ctrl+6 switches to the sixth tab.
Related keyboard shortcuts and keys
Below are links to related keyboard shortcuts and individual key pages.