Pick just three shortcuts from this list (we recommend Tab + M , Tab + Q , and Tab + Z ) and use them exclusively for one week. Once they become muscle memory, you'll find it nearly impossible to go back to clicking.
Tab + A . This opens the user search instantly. Set a due date: Tab + D . Add a collaborator: Tab + S . Delete a task: Tab + Backspace . 3. Mastering Navigation
Tab + / (or / on its own) . This puts your cursor in the search bar immediately.
The bulk of your time in Asana is spent creating, assigning, and moving tasks. These shortcuts eliminate the need for the "Edit" pane. Press Enter while in a list. Assign a task to yourself: Tab + M (Think: "M" for Me).
Jumping between your Inbox, My Tasks, and different projects usually requires three or four clicks. Use these instead: Tab + Z . Go to Inbox: Tab + I .
In this updated guide, we’ll break down the essential Asana shortcuts that will help you navigate your workspace like a pro, save hours of manual labor, and keep your "Flow State" intact. 1. The "Holy Grail" Shortcut: Tab + /
Formatting makes your task descriptions readable. Don’t highlight and wait for the pop-up; use standard markdown-inspired shortcuts: Ctrl/Cmd + B Italic: Ctrl/Cmd + I Bulleted List: Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + 8 Numbered List: Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + 7 Hyperlink text: Highlight the text and press Ctrl/Cmd + K . 5. Multi-Select Magic