Commandnäppäimen

The Command key, often represented by the symbol ⌘, is a modifier key found on Apple keyboards. It is located on either side of the space bar, next to the Option key. The Command key is analogous to the Control key on Windows and Linux keyboards, but it serves a distinct purpose in macOS and other Apple operating systems.

The primary function of the Command key is to initiate keyboard shortcuts. When pressed in combination with another key, it triggers a specific command or action within the operating system or applications. For example, Command-C is used to copy selected text or items, Command-V pastes copied content, and Command-Z undoes the last action. Many other common shortcuts, such as Command-S for saving and Command-Q for quitting an application, also rely on the Command key.

Unlike the Control key, which typically accesses contextual menus or performs system-wide functions in Windows, the Command key is deeply integrated into the application-level command structure of macOS. This means that most application-specific shortcuts utilize the Command key. The symbol ⌘ itself is derived from a Swedish symbol for points of interest or notable places. While its exact origin in keyboard design is debated, it has become an iconic element of the Apple user experience.