Ctrl+Shift+N

Updated: 11/12/2023 by Computer Hope
Ctrl+Shift+N keyboard shortcut

The Ctrl+Shift+N keyboard shortcut most commonly used to open a new window in incognito (private) mode in some Internet browsers. Below are other programs that use this keyboard shortcut and related information.

How to use the Ctrl+Shift+N

To use this keyboard shortcut, press and hold either Ctrl and Shift key, and while continuing to hold them, press the N key.

Ctrl+Shift+N in Chrome and Edge

In the Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge browsers, pressing Ctrl+Shift+N opens a new window in incognito (private) mode.

Ctrl+Shift+N in Windows Explorer

In Microsoft Windows Explorer, pressing Ctrl+Shift+N creates a new folder.

Ctrl+Shift+N in Microsoft Outlook

In Microsoft Outlook, pressing Ctrl+Shift+N creates a new note.

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

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