Bold
Windows
Ctrl+B
Makes selected text bold.
Word Bold Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web
Makes selected text bold. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of Word, plus other ways to do it.
Quick Answer
- Windows
- Ctrl+B
- Mac
- Cmd+B
- Web
- Ctrl+B
How to bold in Word with the keyboard
- Open Word and go to where you want to bold.
- Press Ctrl + B on Windows or Cmd + B on Mac.
Word Bold Shortcut for Windows
Press Ctrl + B.
Word Bold Shortcut for Mac
Press Cmd + B.
Word Bold Shortcut for Word Web
Press Ctrl + B.
Related Shortcuts
Frequently asked questions
What is the Word bold shortcut?
On Windows, press Ctrl + B. On a Mac, press Cmd + B.
Is there a Mac shortcut to bold in Word?
Yes: Cmd + B.
Does it work in Word for the web?
Yes: Ctrl + B.
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