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Fix Command-Y Repeat Shortcut Not Working in Microsoft 365 for Mac
Question details
The user is unable to use the Command-Y shortcut to repeat actions in Microsoft 365 for Mac after a recent software update.
- Product
- Microsoft 365 for Mac
- Device & OS
- Mac
- Scenario
- Trying to rapidly repeat document-editing actions or text formatting using standard keyboard shortcuts.
- Observed behavior
- The Command-Y shortcut and the Repeat command fail to function, breaking workflow efficiency.
Ensure you have saved your current document progress and take note of your exact Microsoft 365 version number before modifying shortcut settings or reporting the bug.
Use Alternative Shortcuts or UI Buttons
Since the Command-Y shortcut is temporarily bugged in version 16.78.3, use alternative keys or on-screen buttons to repeat actions.
Recent updates have broken the EditRedoOrRepeat command for the Command-Y keybind. Relying on default alternatives can keep your workflow moving until an official patch is released.
Press the F4 key on your Mac keyboard. In some Word configurations, F4 is mapped to the repeat or edit paste action by default.
Navigate to the Quick Access Toolbar located at the top left of the Word window, just above the ribbon.
Click the 'Repeat' or 'Redo' curved arrow icon manually to apply the previous formatting or action to your selected text.
Remap the Repeat Command Manually
Assign a new keyboard shortcut to the repeat action to bypass the bugged Command-Y mapping.
Report the Issue and Revert Update
Report the bug directly to Microsoft developers and consider rolling back to an older, stable version of Microsoft 365.
Switch to WPS Office for Reliable Keyboard Shortcuts on Mac
Tired of broken shortcuts after updates? WPS Office provides a stable, highly compatible, and lightweight alternative to Microsoft Office. Enjoy seamless document editing on your Mac with fully functional keyboard shortcuts for free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did my Command-Y shortcut suddenly stop working in Mac Word?
This is a known bug introduced in the Microsoft 365 for Mac version 16.78.3 update, which broke the EditRedoOrRepeat command mapping and affected custom shortcuts.
Will community forum posts help fix the Microsoft Word shortcut bug?
While community forums are great for finding workarounds, they are user-to-user spaces. To prompt a direct fix, you must submit the bug via the Help > Feedback function within the app.
Does WPS Office for Mac support standard keyboard shortcuts like Command-Y?
Yes, WPS Office fully supports standard macOS keyboard shortcuts, allowing you to use Command-Y for repeat or redo actions smoothly without the bugs found in recent Microsoft updates.
