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Make your Microsoft Dynamics NAV Work Easier with Keyboard Shortcuts
Microsoft Dynamics NAV is an easily adaptable ERP solution that enables SMBs to automate and connect their operations. Who can say no to shortcuts? Shortcuts increase efficiency by saving time and effort. Microsoft Dynamics NAV is an easily adaptable ERP solution that enables SMBs to automate and connect their operations. Using shortcuts in Microsoft Dynamics NAV allows you to seamlessly work around the application without continuously having to toggle between your keyboard and mouse. While these shortcuts improve your daily speed, many businesses are finding even greater efficiency by moving to the cloud; explore the top reasons to migrate from Microsoft NAV to Dynamics 365 BC to see how the modern interface further simplifies your workflow.
Here is a list of shortcuts that will help you complete your tasks smarter and make your work with Dynamics NAV easier.
List of the Keyboard Shortcuts in the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Windows client:
General Keys
| Delete | Clear selected text |
| Esc | Close the window or undo the data entry |
| End | Move to the last field on a line |
| Home | Move to the first field on a line |
| Tab | Move to the next field on non-line FastTabs |
| Enter | Move to the next editable field |
Arrow Keys
| Right Arrow | Move to the next field or character |
| Left Arrow | Move to the previous field or character |
| Up Arrow | Move to the field above in the same column |
| Down Arrow | Move to the field below in the same column |
Function keys
| F1 | Open Help |
| F2 | Edit |
| F3 | Select Type to filter (field filter) |
| F4 | Drop down or look up to select |
| F5 | Refresh the active window |
| F6 | Go to the next frame |
| F7 | Display statistics |
| F8 | Copy the field above |
| F9 | Post |
| F10, Alt | Select the menu bar and display access keys |
| F12 | Select the navigation pane |
Shift Key Combinations
| Shift+F1 | View error message |
| Shift+F3 | Select Show Results (FlowFilter) |
| Shift+F4 | Open a lookup window (from an ellipsis button) |
| Shift+F6 | Go to the previous frame |
| Shift+F7 | Open the related card |
| Shift+F8 | Drop down or look up to view |
| Shift+F9 | Post and print |
| Shift+F10 | Display a shortcut menu |
| Shift+F11 | Apply entries, get source documents, or get warehouse documents |
| Shift+F12 | Open the Role Center from the navigation pane |
| Shift+Tab | Move to the previous field |
Ctrl Key Combinations
| Ctrl+F1 | Collapse or expand the ribbon |
| Ctrl+F2 | Create a new document |
| Ctrl+F3 | Select Search pages |
| Ctrl+F4 | Look up the related list |
| Ctrl+F7 | View entries |
| Ctrl+F9 | Release document |
| Ctrl+F10 | Select the ribbon and display key tips |
| Ctrl+F11 | Reconcile or split lines |
| Ctrl+F12 | Select the address bar |
| Ctrl+C | Copy |
| Ctrl+G | Go to |
| Ctrl+E | Export to Microsoft Office Excel |
| Ctrl+L | Show links |
| Ctrl+N | Create a new record |
| Ctrl+O | Open the company |
| Ctrl+P | |
| Ctrl+T | Select sorting |
| Ctrl+V | Paste |
| Ctrl+W | Export to Microsoft Office Word |
| Ctrl+X | Cut |
| Ctrl+Z | Undo |
| Ctrl+Page Down | Display the next document or card in a list |
| Ctrl+Page Up | Display previous documents or cards in a list |
| Ctrl+Up Arrow | Move up while the selected line stays selected |
| Ctrl+Down Arrow | Move down while the selected line stays selected |
| Ctrl+Left Arrow | Move to the first field on a line |
| Ctrl+Right Arrow | Move to the last field on a line |
| Ctrl+Alt+F1 | Open the About this Page/Report window (Zoom) |
| Ctrl+Delete | Delete the selected line |
| Ctrl+Home | Move to the first line in a list |
| Ctrl+End | Move to the last line in a list |
| Ctrl+Enter | Save and close the window (equivalent to choosing the OK button) |
| Ctrl+Insert | Insert new line |
| Ctrl+Shift+F3 | Select Limit totals to (table filter) |
| Ctrl+Shift+A | Clear all filters |
| Ctrl+Shift+C | Copy Rows |
| Ctrl+Shift+D | Show dimensions |
| Ctrl+Shift+E | Edit list |
| Ctrl+Shift+R | View list |
| Ctrl+Shift+Q | Collapse/expand a line in a hierarchy |
| Ctrl+Shift+V | Paste rows |
| Ctrl+Shift+W | Open a list and place it in a separate window |
| Ctrl+Shift+Enter | Save and close the window and open a new window |
Alt Key Combinations
| Alt | Display access keys in the ribbon |
| Alt+F2 | Toggle to display/hide FactBoxes |
| Alt+F3 | Filter to the value in the field |
| Alt+F4 | Close the window or close the program |
| Alt+F6 | Collapse or expand the active frame |
| Alt+F12 | Optimize space for the current page |
| Alt+Left Arrow | Go to the previous window in the navigation history |
| Alt+Right Arrow | Go to the next window in the navigation history |
| Alt+Enter | Move to the field below without opening the drop-down menu |
| Alt+Tab | Toggle between open windows |
List of Keyboard Shortcuts for navigating and accessing different elements of a page.
Actions, drop-down lists, lookups, and more when you are working in the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Web client
| Tab | Move focus to the next control or element on a page, such as actions, buttons, fields, or list headings. |
| Shift+Tab | Move focus to the previous control or element on a page, such as buttons, fields, or list headings. |
| Enter | Enable or access the element or control that is in focus. |
| Alt+Down Arrow | Open a drop-down list or look up a value for a field. |
| Alt+Right Arrow | See the transactions that resulted in a calculated value in a field. |
Mastering these shortcuts is a great first step, but a complete system modernization can take your productivity even further. See how a design and manufacturing company made a rapid switch to Business Central to unify their operations and escape the limitations of legacy software.
The above keyboard shortcuts and combinations enable your team to work quickly and efficiently in Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
As a Microsoft Dynamics specialist, we are here not only to help you identify, implement, and customize the best Dynamics solutions, but also to provide you with as many value-adds as possible to ensure your business is leveraging all the capabilities of your Dynamics investment. If you are considering a transition, our specialized NAV to Business Central migration services ensure your data and processes move seamlessly to the cloud. For any queries or to learn more information about Dynamics solutions, contact us!
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