Tally Shortcut Keys: TallyPrime & ERP 9

Tally shortcut keys help users perform accounting, inventory management, voucher entry and financial reporting tasks more efficiently. Whether you are using TallyPrime or Tally ERP 9, learning keyboard shortcuts can save time, simplify data entry and improve your daily accounting workflow.

In this guide, you will find a comprehensive list of TallyPrime and Tally ERP 9 shortcut keys, including voucher entry shortcuts, accounting keys, GST-related shortcuts, report navigation and function keys from F1 to F12. You can also refer to the shortcut key tables for quick access to commonly used commands.

Tally Shortcut Keys List

The following shortcut keys are organized by their functions to help you find the relevant command quickly. Some shortcuts may differ depending on the Tally version, screen, configuration and active field.

Voucher Type Shortcut Keys

The following keys can be used to access specified voucher entry screens in Tally. These shortcuts can help users navigate to commonly used voucher types without repeatedly selecting them from the menu.

1. CTRL + F1: Selects the payroll voucher from Inventory Voucher or Accounting Screen.

2. CTRL + F2: Selects the Sales Order Voucher from Accounting and Inventory Voucher Screen.

3. CTRL + F4: Selects the Purchase Order Voucher from Accounting Entry Screen.

4. CTRL + F10: Opens the memorandum voucher screen.

5. CTRL + F9: Opens the Debit Note voucher from the Gateway of Tally.

6. CTRL + F8: Opens the Credit Note voucher screen.

7. ALT + J: Job Work Issue/Out Screen.

8. ALT + W: Job Work Receipt Voucher.

9. F1: Select or open the Company from the Gateway of Tally.

10. F2: Change the current date.

11. F4: Contra Voucher.

12. F5: Payment Voucher.

13. F6: Receipt Voucher.

14. F7: Journal Voucher.

15. F8: Sales Voucher Screen.

16. F9: Purchase Voucher.

17. F11: Tally Features Configuration.

18. F12: Configure Tally settings for vouchers, generation, printing, licensing and other options.

Shortcut Keys at Voucher Entry Screen

Voucher-entry shortcuts can make accounting data entry faster by allowing users to create, edit, cancel, duplicate and save vouchers using the keyboard.

ESC: The Escape key can be used to exit the current screen or remove an input provided or selected in a field, depending on the active screen.

1. ALT + D: Deletes the selected voucher or master.

2. ALT + C: Creates a new master.

3. ALT + X: Cancels a voucher.

4. ALT + I: Inserts a new voucher.

5. ALT + 2: Creates a duplicate voucher from the selected voucher.

6. CTRL + A: Saves or accepts the entry.

7. CTRL + V: Toggles between Invoice and Voucher mode where supported.

8. CTRL + N: Opens or hides the calculator panel.

9. CTRL + ALT + C: Copies data from Tally.

10. CTRL + V: Pastes copied data into Tally where supported.

TallyPrime Shortcut Keys for Reports

You can use report shortcuts while viewing and generating reports in Tally. These shortcuts can help users view details, print reports and export information in supported formats.

1. ALT + N: Displays reports in the automatic column configuration.

2. ALT + R: Hides lines in a generated report.

3. ALT + P: Prints a report.

4. ALT + E: Opens the export option for supported formats.

5. ALT + F1: Displays a detailed report where supported.

GST-Related Shortcut Keys in Tally

Tally provides shortcut keys for certain GST-related transactions and statutory functions. The availability of a particular shortcut can depend on the Tally version and active screen.

1. CTRL + O: Opens the GST portal website where supported.

2. CTRL + E: Exports the selected GST return where supported.

3. CTRL + A: Accepts or saves the current screen where applicable.

4. ALT + S: Opens the Statutory Payment Screen.

5. ALT + J: Makes statutory adjustments in a voucher where supported.

Tally Shortcut Keys List PDF

A Tally shortcut keys PDF can be useful as a quick reference for accounting, inventory, voucher entry and reporting activities. You can keep the PDF available on your computer or mobile device for convenient day-to-day reference.

Voucher Shortcut Keys for TallyPrime

Function Shortcut Key
The key combination retrieves the narration from the previous ledger. Alt + R
Opens the calculator panel from the Amount field. Alt + C
Deletes a voucher or transaction. Alt + D
Cancels a voucher. Alt + X
Opens a manufacturing journal from the Quantity field of a journal voucher. Alt + V
Removes the item or ledger line in a voucher. Ctrl + D
Retrieves the narration from the previous voucher for the same voucher type. Ctrl + R
Duplicates or copies the selected voucher from a register. Alt + 2

Masters & Vouchers

Function Shortcut Key
Takes you to the next input field. Tab
Takes you to the previous input field. Shift + Tab
Removes the value typed in a field. Backspace
Creates a master on the fly. Alt + C
Opens the calculator panel. Alt + C
Inserts the base currency symbol in an input field. Alt + 4 / Ctrl + 4
Opens the previously saved master or voucher and scrolls up in reports. Page Up
Opens the next master or voucher and scrolls down in reports. Page Down
Copies text from an input field. Ctrl + C / Ctrl + Alt + C
Pastes copied input into a text field. Ctrl + V / Ctrl + Alt + V

Tally Shortcut Keys F1 to F12

Key Function
F1 Selects a company and provides access to applicable company, accounting and inventory options depending on the screen.
F2 Changes the menu or report date where applicable.
F3 Selects or switches the company where applicable.
F4 Selects the Contra Voucher.
F5 Selects the Payment Voucher.
F6 Selects the Receipt Voucher.
F7 Selects the Journal Voucher.
F8 Selects the Sales Voucher.
F9 Selects the Purchase Voucher.
F10 Provides access to applicable voucher or menu functions depending on the screen.
F11 Opens the Functions and Features screen.
F12 Opens the Configure screen.

Reports Shortcut Keys for TallyPrime

Function Shortcut Key
Inserts a voucher in a report. Alt + I
Creates an entry in the report by duplicating a voucher. Alt + 2
Drills down from a line in a report. Enter
Deletes an entry from a report. Alt + D
Adds a voucher in a report. Alt + A
Cancels a voucher from a report. Alt + X
Removes an entry from a report. Ctrl + R
Hides or shows details in a table. Alt + T
Displays hidden line entries where supported. Alt + U
Displays the last hidden line. Ctrl + U
Expands or collapses information in a report. Shift + Enter
Alters a master during voucher entry or from a report drill-down. Ctrl + Enter
Selects or deselects a line in a report. Space Bar
Selects or deselects multiple lines. Shift + Up / Down
Selects or deselects all lines in a report. Ctrl + Space Bar
Selects or deselects lines till the end. Ctrl + Shift + End
Selects or deselects lines till the top. Ctrl + Shift + Home
Removes the selection of line items in a report. Ctrl + Alt + I

Hidden Keys in Tally

Function Shortcut Key
Goes back to the previous screen by closing the current screen. Esc
Removes an input provided or selected for a field. Esc
Opens the Company Features screen. F11
Moves to the first or last menu in a section. Ctrl + Up / Down
Moves to the left-most or right-most drop-down top menu. Ctrl + Left / Right
Moves to the first line in a list. Home / Page Up
Moves to the beginning of text in a field. Home
Moves to the last line in a list. End / Page Down
Moves to the end of text in a field. End
Rewrites the data. Ctrl + Alt + R
Quits TallyPrime. Alt + F4
Views build information. Ctrl + Alt + B
Views TDL/Add-on details. Ctrl + Alt + T
Accepts or saves the data on the screen. Ctrl + A
Expands or collapses a group in a table. Alt + Enter
Opens or hides the calculator panel. Ctrl + N
Exits a screen or the Tally application. Ctrl + Q
Re-exports the JSON file for generating an E-Way Bill where supported. Ctrl + B

Other Tally Shortcut Keys

Function Shortcut Key
Opens a report and creates masters and vouchers while working. Alt + G
Switches to a different report. Ctrl + G
Opens the company's top menu. Alt + K
Switches to another company from the list of open companies. F3
Selects and opens another company from the available data paths. Alt + F3
Shuts the currently loaded companies. Ctrl + F3
Opens the TallyHelp topic based on the current screen. Ctrl + F1
Opens the configuration options applicable to a report or view. F12
Opens the company menu with applicable company-management actions. Alt + K
Opens company-data management actions. Alt + Y
Opens options for sharing or exchanging company data. Alt + Z
Opens the import menu for masters, transactions and bank statements. Alt + O
Accesses the e-mail menu for sending transactions or reports. Alt + M
Accesses the print menu. Alt + P
Opens the export menu. Alt + E
Opens the Help menu. F1
Opens TallyHelp based on the current screen. Ctrl + F1
Selects the display language. Ctrl + K
Selects the data-entry language. Ctrl + W
Rewrites the data. Ctrl + Alt + R
Views build information. Ctrl + Alt + B
Views TDL/Add-on details. Ctrl + Alt + T
Accepts or saves a screen. Ctrl + A
Expands or collapses a group in a table. Alt + Enter
Opens the Stock Journal Voucher. Alt + F7
Exports the current voucher or report where supported. Ctrl + E

Edit Log Shortcut Keys

The following shortcuts can be used to navigate or access Edit Log-related information in supported TallyPrime versions.

Function Shortcut Key
View the Activities Affecting Edit Log report. Alt + K (Company) > Edit Log > Enter
View the Edit Log in the Day Book. Ctrl + B in the Day Book
View Edit Log for Ledger, Stock Item and Group. Alt + Q from the Ledger Alteration screen

Frequently Asked Questions About Tally Shortcut Keys

What are Tally shortcut keys?

Tally shortcut keys are keyboard combinations or function keys that help users access commands, navigate screens and perform accounting tasks more efficiently.

How do I use shortcut keys in Tally ERP 9?

You can use supported keyboard keys or combinations such as function keys, ALT combinations and CTRL combinations to navigate Tally screens and perform specific tasks.

How do I enable shortcut keys in Tally ERP 9?

Tally ERP 9 includes supported shortcut keys as part of the software. However, access to particular screens or functions may depend on the user's permissions and configuration.

How many shortcut keys are there in Tally?

Tally provides many keyboard shortcuts across voucher entry, reports, company management, accounting, inventory and other functions. The number of available shortcuts depends on the Tally version and screen.

What is the F2 key used for in Tally?

F2 is commonly used for changing the date on supported Tally screens and reports.

What is the difference between TallyPrime and Tally ERP 9 shortcut keys?

Many shortcuts are similar, but TallyPrime includes newer navigation and functionality. Some shortcuts may differ depending on the version, screen and configuration.

Can I download Tally shortcut keys in PDF format?

Yes. You can download the Tally Shortcut Keys PDF here. It provides a convenient reference containing commonly used keyboard shortcuts for accounting, voucher entry, reports, and other Tally functions.

Conclusion

Tally shortcut keys can help accountants, business owners, and accounting professionals complete routine accounting and data-entry tasks more efficiently. This Tally shortcut keys guide covers commonly used shortcuts for TallyPrime and Tally ERP 9, including voucher entry, reports, GST-related functions, F1 to F12 keys, and other useful commands.

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Disclaimer

Shortcut availability may vary depending on the Tally version and the screen or function being used. Users should confirm the applicable shortcut in their installed version before relying on it for a particular accounting task.

Last Updated: 05 October 2026

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