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In Google Chrome, what is the shortcut key combination to close the current active tab?
Question

In Google Chrome, what is the shortcut key combination to close the current active tab?

A.

Alt + Shift + Tab

B.

Ctrl + Shift + Tab

C.

Ctrl + W

D.

Ctrl +Tab

Correct option is C

The shortcut Ctrl + W in Google Chrome is used to close the current active tab. It is a quick way to exit a tab without using the mouse.

Important Key Points:

  1. Ctrl + T: Opens a new tab in the browser.
  2. Ctrl + Shift + T: Reopens the most recently closed tab.
  3. Browser shortcuts are consistent across most modern browsers like Chrome, Edge, and Firefox, making them user-friendly for multitasking.

Knowledge Booster:

  • Alt + Shift + Tab: Switches to the previous open window in reverse order but does not close any tabs.
  • Ctrl + Shift + Tab: Switches to the previous tab in the browser.
  • Ctrl + Tab: Switches to the next tab in the browser.

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