Ctrl+8
Updated: 11/12/2023 by Computer Hope
Alternatively known as Control+8, ^8, and C-8, Ctrl+8 is a keyboard shortcut most commonly used to switch to the eighth 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+8 keyboard shortcut
To use this keyboard shortcut, press either Ctrl, and while pressing that key, press 8.
Note
For this shortcut to work, use 8 above the top row keys, not on the numeric keypad.
Ctrl+8 in Microsoft Excel 2019
In Microsoft Excel 2019, pressing Ctrl+8 displays and hides outline symbols.
Ctrl+8 in an Internet browser
With all major Internet browsers (e.g., Chrome, Edge, Edge, Internet Explorer, Firefox), pressing Ctrl+8 switches to the eighth tab.
Related keyboard shortcuts and keys
Below are links to related keyboard shortcuts and individual key pages.