Bullet List Shortcut (Ctrl+Shift+8 / ⌘⇧8)
Start a bulleted list with ⌘⇧8 on Mac or Ctrl+Shift+8 on Windows in Google Docs. Word uses a different combo — both are below.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulleted list (Google Docs) | ⌘⇧8 | Ctrl+Shift+8 | |
| Numbered list (Google Docs) | ⌘⇧7 | Ctrl+Shift+7 | |
| Bulleted list (Word) | — | Ctrl+Shift+L | |
| Increase indent | ⌘] | Tab / Ctrl+M |
Starting a bulleted list
In Google Docs press ⌘⇧8 (Mac) or Ctrl+Shift+8 (Windows) to turn the current line into a bulleted list. In Microsoft Word the built-in combo is Ctrl+Shift+L.
Lists differ by app
Unlike bold or alignment, list shortcuts are app-specific, so both the Google Docs and Word combos are listed. A numbered list in Google Docs is Ctrl+Shift+7 / ⌘⇧7.
FAQ
What is the bullet-list shortcut?
In Google Docs press ⌘⇧8 (Mac) or Ctrl+Shift+8 (Windows). In Microsoft Word use Ctrl+Shift+L.
How do I make a numbered list?
In Google Docs press ⌘⇧7 / Ctrl+Shift+7 to start a numbered list.
Why are list shortcuts different per app?
List formatting isn't standardized across editors, so Google Docs and Word use different combos — both are shown above.