Copy and paste is a computer function that allows users to duplicate and insert text, images, or other data from one location to another. To copy, users select the desired data, then press the “Copy” command (often Ctrl+C on Windows or Command+C on Mac). To paste, they move the cursor to the desired destination and press the “Paste” command (often Ctrl+V on Windows or Command+V on Mac).
Copy and paste is an essential tool for a variety of tasks, including: