Design Command Palettes
Navigation & IA · keyboard
Updated 2026-07-28
- Command palettes are shortcuts for experienced users.
- Good command palettes:
- Open quickly.
- Search actions.
- Support keyboard navigation.
- Include:
- Commands.
- Pages.
- Files.
- Settings.
- Support:
- Arrow navigation.
- Enter selection.
- Escape closing.
- Show shortcuts when available.
- A command palette turns a complex product into a direct conversation.
- Command palettes turn actions into search.
- Good command palettes provide:
- Fast access.
- Keyboard support.
- Fuzzy matching.
- Recent actions.
Arrow keys:
Enter:
Escape:
- Experts gain speed without hurting beginners.
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