# Previous

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To go to the Previous keyword, press Prev.

You can also type **Previous** in the command line or use the shortcut **Previo**.

## Description

The Previous keyword has multiple functions.

- If no fixture or channel is selected, the fixture or channel with the highest ID will be selected.
- If one fixture or channel is selected, the fixture or channel with the previous ID will be selected.
- If MAtricks are active, the Previous keyword has special functions depending on the selected MAtricks options. For more information, see [MAtricks](/grandma2/key_matricks/).

## Syntax

Previous

## Example

Select the last fixture of the selected group 5 in the selection order.

\[Channel]>Previous