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Home » How to Copy and Paste: All Devices

How to Copy and Paste: All Devices

02/03/2023 by Nadine Noppinger

Copying and pasting is one of the most essential computer skills that every individual must know. Whether you are working on a computer or mobile device, the ability to copy and paste can save you a significant amount of time and effort. In this article, we will show you how to copy and paste on various platforms such as Windows, Mac, and mobile devices.

Copying and Pasting on Windows

  1. Select the text you want to copy by holding down the left mouse button and dragging over the text.
  2. Right-click on the selected text and click on “Copy” or press “Ctrl + C” on your keyboard.
  3. Right-click on the location where you want to paste the text and click on “Paste” or press “Ctrl + V” on your keyboard.

Copying and Pasting on Mac

  1. Select the text you want to copy by holding down the Command key and dragging over the text.
  2. Press “Command + C” on your keyboard to copy the selected text.
  3. Press “Command + V” on your keyboard to paste the copied text.

Copying and Pasting on Mobile Devices

  1. On an iPhone or iPad, select the text you want to copy by tapping and holding on the text.
  2. Tap on “Copy” from the pop-up menu.
  3. Tap on the location where you want to paste the text and hold down your finger until a pop-up menu appears.
  4. Tap on “Paste” from the pop-up menu.

On an Android device, the steps are similar, but the appearance of the pop-up menus may vary depending on the brand and version of your device.

By following these simple steps, you can quickly and easily copy and paste text on any platform. Whether you are working on a project or just need to quickly transfer information, mastering the art of copying and pasting is an essential skill that every computer user should have.

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