Save shortcut
Windows
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⌘cmdSCtrl+S (Cmd+S) saves the current file in almost every app. Add Shift for Save As in most Mac apps and in many Windows apps.
Variants and related combos
| Where / what | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Save As in Word for Windows | F12 | ⌘cmd⇧shiftS |
| Save As in Photoshop | CtrlShiftS | ⌘cmd⇧shiftS |
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Questions
What is the save shortcut?
Ctrl+S (Cmd+S) saves the current file in almost every app. Add Shift for Save As in most Mac apps and in many Windows apps.