The shortcut to switch between Object Mode and Edit Mode in Blender is Tab. You can also use Ctrl + Tab to bring up a pie menu allowing you to select your desired mode.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
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Tab Key: Pressing the Tab key will toggle between Object Mode and Edit Mode. This is the most common and straightforward method.
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Ctrl + Tab Pie Menu: Holding Ctrl and pressing Tab will display a pie menu centered around your cursor. From this menu, you can select Edit Mode or any other available mode using your mouse. This method is useful for quickly switching to a specific mode if you aren't already in Object Mode.
In summary:
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Tab | Toggles between Object and Edit Mode |
| Ctrl + Tab | Displays a pie menu for mode selection |
