What is the purpose of the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + X?

The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + X is used to cut selected content from a document or interface. This means that when you select text, an image, or any other item in a software application and then press Ctrl + X, that content is removed from its current location and stored in the clipboard. This allows for easy relocation of that content to another part of the document or within another application when you subsequently use the paste function.

Cutting content is particularly useful when you want to move information without leaving a copy behind. It streamlines the process of editing by allowing users to rearrange elements quickly and efficiently. Once the content is cut, it can be pasted using the Ctrl + V shortcut, maintaining flexibility in document editing and creation.