Cut shortcut
Windows
CtrlXMac
⌘cmdXCtrl+X (Cmd+X) removes the selection and puts it on the clipboard so you can paste it elsewhere with Ctrl+V (Cmd+V).
Variants and related combos
| Where / what | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Move files in Finder | Not on Windows | ⌘cmdC⌥option⌘cmdV |
Good to know
- macOS Finder cannot cut files with Cmd+X. Copy with Cmd+C, then press Option+Cmd+V to move the files.
Try it now
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Questions
What is the cut shortcut?
Ctrl+X (Cmd+X) removes the selection and puts it on the clipboard so you can paste it elsewhere with Ctrl+V (Cmd+V).