Delete keyboard shortcuts

Last updated on Sep 11, 2025

Learn how to remove your custom keyboard shortcuts in Adobe Illustrator by deleting the shortcut file from your system.

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Follow along to view and customise keyboard shortcuts in one simple step.

Go to Edit > Keyboard Shortcuts.

In the Set dropdown menu, select the custom shortcut set you want to delete.

Select the Delete icon next to the Set name.

When prompted, select OK to confirm.

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