Ctrl+,
Updated: 12/10/2023 by Computer Hope
The Ctrl+, or Ctrl+< keyboard shortcut most commonly used to decrease the font size of highlighted text. Below are other programs that use this keyboard shortcut and related information.
How to use the Ctrl+,
To use this keyboard shortcut, press and hold either Ctrl key, and while continuing to hold, press the , (comma) key.
Ctrl+< in Microsoft Word
Highlighting any text in Microsoft Word and pressing Ctrl+< decreases its font size.
Tip
If this shortcut doesn't work in your text program, try Ctrl+Shift+<.
Ctrl+, in Google Docs
Highlighting any text in Google Docs and pressing Ctrl+, subscripts the highlighted text.
Related keyboard shortcuts and keys
Below are links to related keyboard shortcuts and individual key pages.