Start a new chat
To start a new chat in WhatsApp, press Ctrl + Alt + N. On a Mac, press Cmd + Ctrl + N instead. It works in the browser version.
Where it works: Anywhere
Every documented variant
| System | Environment | Keys |
|---|---|---|
| Mac | Web app | CmdCtrlN |
| Windows | Web app | CtrlAltN |
Where this comes from
About keyboard shortcuts - WhatsApp Help Center
Documentation checked on 2026-09-14. That is a documentation review, not a test run inside the application.