How to Redo Typing in Windows

Many know to press when they want to 'undo' their last entry. But, what if you press 'undo' by accident? Fortunately, you can revert to your last entry by using the 'redo' command. 'Redo' is a fast and easy way to undo the 'undo' you did...

Method 1 of 2:

Crtl + Y

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Hold down the Ctrl key, and press the letter Y on your keyboard.
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Confirm the action was executed. Your document or text should have reverted to where it was before you accidentally used "undo."
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Repeat as needed to go back even further. You can use the "redo" command until all the mistakes you made with the "undo" command have been corrected.

Method 2 of 2:

Alternate Method

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Add a "redo" button to your Word toolbar. Different versions of Word have different methods of adding toolbar buttons. To learn how to add a "redo" button to your toolbar, click "Help" and search for "customize toolbar."
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Use the drop-down "Edit" menu. If you have Microsoft Office 2003, or older, you can access the "redo" command in the "Edit" drop-down menu.
1. With the menu, you may also see a list of your recent undo's and redo's.