LazyGit Keyboard Shortcuts

Complete LazyGit keyboard shortcuts and commands reference — 8 shortcuts across 1 categories. Quick reference cheat sheet for Windows & Mac.

About LazyGit

LazyGit is a popular DevOps/CLI tool used by professionals worldwide. Learning keyboard shortcuts can dramatically speed up your workflow — studies show shortcut users save an average of 8 days per year compared to mouse-only users.

This page covers all 8 LazyGit shortcuts across 1 categories: Git Management. Each shortcut includes a description to help you understand when and how to use it effectively.

Git Management (8)

ShortcutAction
SpaceStage/Unstage
CCommit
PPush
pPull
BBranch list
NNew branch
EnterDetail view
?Help

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most useful LazyGit keyboard shortcuts?

The most essential LazyGit shortcuts are: Space (Stage/Unstage), C (Commit), P (Push). These cover the most frequent actions and can significantly speed up your workflow.

How many keyboard shortcuts does LazyGit have?

LazyGit has 8 keyboard shortcuts across 1 categories on shortcut-tools.com.

How do I use keyboard shortcuts in LazyGit?

Simply press the key combination while LazyGit is focused. Most shortcuts work immediately. On Mac, replace Ctrl with Cmd and Alt with Option for most shortcuts.

What is the LazyGit shortcut for stage/unstage?

The LazyGit shortcut for stage/unstage is Space.

💡 Pro Tips for LazyGit Users

Start with the essentials: Learn Space (Stage/Unstage) and C (Commit) first — these are the most commonly used.

Practice daily: Pick 2–3 new shortcuts each day and consciously use them instead of the mouse. Within a week, they become muscle memory.

Print this cheat sheet: Keep a reference nearby until shortcuts become automatic. Focus on the Git Management category first.

CLI tip: Create shell aliases for the commands you use most. Combine them with these shortcuts for maximum efficiency.

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