Topic MCQs · Computer Science
58 MCQs on Keyboard Shortcuts sit in the GK360 bank, collected from 22 solved papers (2019–2026). Below are the top 57 distinct questions — repeats across papers merged into their strongest version — with the correct answer marked, an explanation where the bank carries one, and the source paper named on every card.
Correct Answer: Ctrl+Z
Ctrl+Z is the universal keyboard shortcut for the undo function in most software applications.
From: PPSC Computer Operator Past Paper 2026 Solved (2026) · PPSC
Correct Answer: New Document
Ctrl + N is the standard shortcut key used to create a new, blank document in most software applications.
From: PPSC Assistant Director HUD & PHED Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PPSC
Correct Answer: F1
F1 is the universally accepted shortcut key for opening the 'Help' documentation in almost all Windows-based software.
From: PPSC Assistant Director HUD & PHED Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl + K
Ctrl + K is the standard keyboard shortcut used in most Microsoft Office applications to insert a hyperlink.
From: PPSC Assistant Director HUD & PHED Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Back space
The Backspace key is designed to remove the character located to the left of the current cursor position.
From: PPSC Assistant Registrar Cooperative Societies Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Copy
Ctrl + C is the universal keyboard shortcut used to copy selected content to the clipboard.
From: PPSC General Knowledge and Subject Specific Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl + K
In most word processing and web design software, Ctrl + K is the standard shortcut to insert a hyperlink.
From: PPSC General Knowledge and Subject Specific Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Checking spelling and grammar
In Microsoft Office applications, the F7 key is the standard shortcut for opening the spelling and grammar check dialog.
From: PPSC Clubbed Case 98-2024 Assistant and Officer Past Paper Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+F1
Ctrl+F1 is the shortcut key used to show or hide the Ribbon in Microsoft Office applications.
From: PPSC Clubbed Case 98-2024 Assistant and Officer Past Paper Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moves the cursor to the beginning of Document
In most text editors and word processors, including MS Word, pressing Ctrl + Home moves the cursor directly to the very start of the document.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Create a new document
In MS Word and many other applications, Ctrl + N is the standard keyboard shortcut to create a new, blank document.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+E
Ctrl + E is the universal shortcut in Microsoft Office programs to center-align the current paragraph or selected text.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moves the cursor one Page Down
Pressing Ctrl + Page Down in Word moves the cursor to the top of the next page (or browse object).
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moves the cursor one word right
Ctrl + Right Arrow skips the cursor forward to the beginning of the next word, allowing faster navigation through text.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: F5
F5 is the standard function key used across Windows environments and web browsers to refresh or reload the current active window.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moves the cursor one screen up
The Page Up key moves the view and cursor up by one full screen's worth of content, not exactly one physical page.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moves the cursor one word left
Pressing Ctrl + Left Arrow moves the typing cursor backward to the start of the previous word.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+ N
Ctrl + N generates a brand new document window in MS Word.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moves the cursor one screen down
Pressing the Page Down key advances the view down by approximately one display screen.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+J
Ctrl + J justifies the text, aligning it evenly along both the left and right margins of the document.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Enter
Pressing the 'Enter' key inserts a paragraph break in text editors. (Note: Shift+Enter is for a line break without a new paragraph).
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+M
Ctrl + M is the designated shortcut for appending a new slide to a presentation, whereas Ctrl + N creates a completely new presentation file.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Alt+ Enter
Alt + Enter forces a manual line break (carriage return) strictly within a single Excel cell without jumping to the next cell.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moves the cursor beginning of the line
By itself, pressing the Home key returns the text cursor to the absolute beginning of the current active line.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Alt+F4
Alt + F4 is the universal Microsoft Windows command used to immediately close the currently active application window.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (Transport Department) Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl + Z
Ctrl + Z is the standard keyboard shortcut used to reverse or 'undo' the most recent action in a software application.
From: PPSC Tehsildar & Consolidation Officer Board of Revenue Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moves the cursor to the end of the line
The End key typically moves the cursor to the end of the current line in a text editor.
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Correct Answer: Moves the cursor one-page down
In most word processing applications, Ctrl+PageDown moves the insertion point to the top of the next page.
From: PPSC Canal Patwari Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Backspace
The Backspace key deletes characters to the left of the insertion point, whereas the Delete key removes characters to the right.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (BS-12) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: F5
The F5 function key is the standard shortcut to reload or refresh the current window or webpage in most operating systems and browsers.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (BS-12) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+Z
Ctrl+Z is the universal shortcut command to revert or 'undo' the most recent action taken by the user.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (BS-12) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Delete
The Delete key removes the currently highlighted text, object, or file in graphical user interfaces.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (BS-12) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: F2
In Windows environments, selecting a file or folder and pressing the F2 key triggers the rename function.
From: PPSC Junior Computer Operator (BS-12) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+Right Arrow
Holding down the Ctrl key and pressing the Right Arrow key moves the text cursor to the beginning of the next word.
From: PPSC Assistant & Junior Clerk Agriculture Department Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+E
The keyboard shortcut Ctrl+E is universally used in word processors to center-align the current paragraph or selected text.
From: PPSC Assistant & Junior Clerk Agriculture Department Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Shift + Delete key
The keyboard shortcut Shift + Delete permanently bypasses the Recycle Bin to delete files on Windows.
From: PPSC Lecturer Urdu (BS-17) Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: End
On a standard keyboard, pressing the 'End' key immediately moves the text cursor to the very end of the current line.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Administration Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: F1
In the majority of graphical user interfaces and software applications, pressing the F1 key opens the standard help or support menu[cite: 257, 266].
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Service Quota) Punjab Police Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: CTRL+Z
The keyboard shortcut 'Ctrl+Z' is a nearly universal command used to reverse or undo the last action performed by the user[cite: 263, 264].
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Service Quota) Punjab Police Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: CTRL+F2
In various Microsoft Office software applications, the combination of Ctrl and F2 directly opens the Print Preview and settings window[cite: 318, 321].
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Service Quota) Punjab Police Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: CTRL+P
Pressing the Control (Ctrl) key alongside the 'P' key simultaneously triggers the print dialog box across almost all major operating systems[cite: 348].
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Service Quota) Punjab Police Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Beginning of line
In standard text editors and MS Word, the Home key jumps the text cursor to the very start of the current line.
From: PPSC Tehsildar & Board of Revenue Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Windows logo + L
Pressing the Windows Logo Key + L instantly locks the computer screen and keyboard in Windows operating systems.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Local Government Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Alt+Ctrl+C
Pressing Alt+Ctrl+C in applications like MS Word quickly inserts the copyright (©) symbol.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Labour Welfare Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl + Z
Ctrl + Z is the universal keyboard shortcut in Windows and most software applications to undo the last action.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Planning (BS-17) Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Help
The F1 key is almost universally used as the Help key across Windows and its applications.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Planning (BS-17) Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: F4
In Microsoft Office applications like Word or Excel, F4 repeats your last formatting command or action.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Planning (BS-17) Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Windows logo + L
Pressing the Windows Key + L quickly locks your Windows computer and requires a password to re-enter.
From: PPSC Deputy Accountant (BS-16) Finance Department Past Paper 2019 (Paper 2) Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: F1
The F1 key is standardly used across almost all Windows applications to open the Help menu or access support documents.
From: PPSC Junior Clerk S&GAD Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: CTRL + C
Ctrl + C copies the selected item to the clipboard without deleting the original text.
From: PPSC Junior Clerk S&GAD Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl + V
Ctrl + V is the standard universal keyboard shortcut used to paste items from the clipboard into a document.
From: PPSC Junior Clerk S&GAD Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Print Screen Key
Pressing the Print Screen (PrtScn) key captures an image of your entire screen and copies it to the computer's clipboard.
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Open Merit) Punjab Police Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ctrl+M
Ctrl+M is the dedicated shortcut in MS PowerPoint to insert a new slide into the active deck.
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Open Merit) Punjab Police Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Alt + Tab
Pressing Alt + Tab allows users to quickly switch between all open application windows in Microsoft Windows.
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Open Merit) Punjab Police Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Alt+F4
Alt+F4 is a Windows keyboard shortcut that completely closes the currently active application or window.
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Open Merit) Punjab Police Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 5
On standard QWERTY keyboards, holding the Shift key and pressing the number 5 outputs the percentage sign (%).
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Service Quota) Punjab Police Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
Correct Answer: CTRL+Z
CTRL+Z is the universal Windows keyboard shortcut used to reverse or undo the last action performed.
From: PPSC Sub Inspector (Service Quota) Punjab Police Past Paper 2019 Solved (2019) · PPSC
The bank holds 58 questions tagged "Keyboard Shortcuts" under Computer Science, drawn from 22 solved papers (2019–2026). After merging the same question asked in multiple papers, 57 are distinct; this page shows the top 57.
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