Shortcut Keys in Tally Prime That Boost Speed and Accuracy
If you want to work faster in Tally Prime, shortcut keys are your best friend. Instead of clicking through menus, shortcuts help you create vouchers, open reports, switch screens, and navigate smoothly — saving time and improving accuracy.
Whether you’re a student or accountant — mastering shortcuts makes Tally effortless.
🚀 Why Use Shortcut Keys in Tally Prime?
- ✔ Work faster during voucher entry
- ✔ Reduce mistakes
- ✔ Improve reporting experience
- ✔ Boost productivity and confidence
🎯 Most Useful Shortcut Keys in Tally Prime
🔹 Navigation & Screen Control
| Shortcut | Function |
|---|---|
| Alt + G | Go To Search Bar |
| Alt + K | Open Company Menu |
| Alt + M | Open Reports Menu |
| Ctrl + H | Change Mode |
| Esc | Go Back / Close Window |
| Ctrl + Q | Quit Without Saving |
| Ctrl + A | Save Data |
🧾 Voucher Entry Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Alt + A | Alter Voucher |
| Alt + F8 | Create Sales Voucher |
| Alt + F9 | Create Purchase Voucher |
| F5 | Payment Voucher |
| F6 | Receipt Voucher |
| F7 | Journal Voucher |
| F4 | Contra Entry |
| Ctrl + V | Duplicate Voucher |
| Ctrl + D | Delete Voucher |
💰 Masters (Ledger, Stock, etc.)
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Alt + C | Create New Ledger/Item on the spot |
| Alt + E | Export Master or Report |
| Alt + O | Import Data |
| Alt + D | Delete Master |
📊 Reports & Financial Statements
| Shortcut | Opens |
|---|---|
| Alt + G → Balance Sheet | Balance Sheet |
| Alt + G → Profit & Loss | P&L Statement |
| Alt + G → Trial Balance | Trial Balance |
| Ctrl + Enter | Drill Down Into Report |
📅 Date and Period Controls
| Shortcut | Function |
|---|---|
| F2 | Change Date |
| Alt + F2 | Change Reporting Period |
🧾 Printing, Export & Sharing
| Shortcut | Function |
|---|---|
| Ctrl + P | |
| Alt + E | Export |
| Ctrl + S | Share / Send |
🔐 Security & Company Management
| Shortcut | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Alt + F3 | Company Management |
| Alt + Z | Data Verification |
| Alt + Y | Display Configuration |
🏆 Top 5 Must-Know Shortcuts (For Beginners)
| Shortcut | Why it’s Important |
|---|---|
| Alt + G | Fastest navigation |
| Ctrl + A | Instant save |
| F5 / F6 / F7 / F8 / F9 | Quick voucher entry |
| Ctrl + Q | Exit without saving |
| Alt + C | Create Ledger/Item instantly |
Tip: Use shortcuts daily — your speed will double within one week! ⚡