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