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