Alternatively written as Control+E, ^e, and C-e, Ctrl+E is a keyboard shortcut that varies depending on the program. For example, in most Internet browsers, Ctrl+E is used to focus on the address or search bar.

How to use the Ctrl+E keyboard shortcut

To use this keyboard shortcut, press and hold either Ctrl key, and while continuing to hold, press E.

  • How to use the Ctrl+E keyboard shortcut.
  • Ctrl+E in an Internet browser.
  • Ctrl+E in Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Ctrl+E in Microsoft Word.
  • Ctrl+E in Google Sheets.
  • Using Ctrl+E with Skype.
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Ctrl+E in an Internet browser

In Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera, and Internet Explorer, Ctrl+E focuses on the address bar, search bar, or omnibox. Using this shortcut can be helpful when you’re done browsing the current page and want to type in a new address or search for something else without using the mouse.

  • Firefox shortcuts
  • Google Chrome shortcuts
  • Internet Explorer shortcuts

Ctrl+E in Microsoft PowerPoint

In Microsoft PowerPoint, Ctrl+E aligns an object with the center of the slide.

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Ctrl+E in Microsoft Word

In Microsoft Word, pressing Ctrl+E changes the alignment of a line or selected text so that it is centered on the page.

  • Full list of Microsoft Word shortcuts.

Ctrl+E in Google Sheets

In Google Sheets, pressing Ctrl+E collapses an expanded array formula.

  • Google Sheets shortcuts.

Using Ctrl+E with Skype

In Skype, pressing Ctrl+E hangs up the current call.

Below are links to related keyboard shortcuts and individual key pages.

  • Alt+E
  • Ctrl

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