Why accountants learn Tally shortcuts
Tally is built for the keyboard. Experienced accountants rarely touch the mouse: they open vouchers with function keys, jump between reports with Alt+G, and save with Ctrl+A. Knowing these keys is expected in most accounts and bookkeeping interviews, and makes daily data entry dramatically faster.
Voucher keys at a glance
| Key | Voucher | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| F4 | Contra | Cash deposited in or withdrawn from bank, bank-to-bank transfers |
| F5 | Payment | Money paid out — rent, suppliers, expenses |
| F6 | Receipt | Money received from customers or others |
| F7 | Journal | Adjustments, depreciation, provisions |
| F8 | Sales | Sales invoices |
| F9 | Purchase | Purchase bills |
| Ctrl+F8 | Credit Note | Sales returns or discounts after invoicing |
| Ctrl+F9 | Debit Note | Purchase returns |
Getting around TallyPrime
TallyPrime replaced Tally.ERP 9's nested menus with Go To (Alt+G): type any report name — Balance Sheet, Day Book, Stock Summary, GSTR-1 — and it opens. Switch To (Ctrl+G) moves between open reports. Company tasks live under Alt+K and backups under Alt+Y.
Tips
- Shortcut hints appear on the right-hand button bar of every screen — check it when you're unsure.
- Use Alt+C to create a missing ledger or item right from the voucher, without leaving it.
- Take regular backups with Alt+Y before year-end or major changes.
Filing GST from Tally? See GST in Tally: shortcuts and steps. Need to check a tax amount? Use the GST calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What are the voucher shortcut keys in Tally?
F4 Contra, F5 Payment, F6 Receipt, F7 Journal, F8 Sales, F9 Purchase, Ctrl+F8 Credit Note and Ctrl+F9 Debit Note. F10 lists all other voucher types.
What is Alt+G in TallyPrime?
Alt+G is Go To. Type the name of any report, master or voucher screen — such as Balance Sheet or GSTR-1 — and press Enter to open it from anywhere.
Are TallyPrime shortcuts the same as Tally.ERP 9?
Voucher keys (F4–F9, Ctrl+F8, Ctrl+F9) are the same. TallyPrime introduced new menu keys such as Alt+G (Go To), Alt+K (Company) and Alt+Y (Data), and moved some others.
How do I save a voucher in Tally?
Press Ctrl+A to accept and save. Press Esc to go back, or Ctrl+Q to quit without saving.
Last updated: 23 September 2026Suggest an improvement · Report a problem