Previous Tab Shortcut (Mac & Windows)
Press Ctrl+Shift+Tab to jump to the previous tab on both Mac and Windows. On a Mac you can also use ⌘+⌥+←, on Windows Ctrl+PgUp.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous tab | ⌃⇧Tab | Ctrl+Shift+Tab | |
| Previous tab (alternative) | ⌘⌥← | Ctrl+PgUp | |
| Next tab | ⌃Tab | Ctrl+Tab |
Move to the previous tab
Press ⌃⇧Tab (Ctrl+Shift+Tab) to cycle to the tab on the left. It is identical on Mac and Windows and works in Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari, looping to the last tab when you pass the first.
Mac and Windows alternatives
On a Mac you can also press ⌘⌥← (Command-Option-Left Arrow); on Windows the equivalent is Ctrl+PgUp. To go the other direction use Ctrl+Tab (next tab), or jump to a numbered tab with Ctrl+1 to Ctrl+9.
FAQ
What is the previous tab shortcut on Mac?
Press ⌃⇧Tab (Control-Shift-Tab) to move to the previous tab. You can also use ⌘⌥← (Command-Option-Left Arrow).
How do I switch to the previous tab on Windows?
Press Ctrl+Shift+Tab to move one tab to the left, or Ctrl+PgUp.
Does Ctrl+Shift+Tab work in every browser?
Yes — it moves to the previous tab in Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari on both Mac and Windows.