Home » Tip of The Day » Kerning & Tracking Keyboard ShortcutsKerning & Tracking Keyboard Shortcuts January 29, 2016. Posted in: Tip Of The Day. When using the Type tool, hold Alt (Mac: Option) ← or → (the arrow keys) to increase/decrease kerning/tracking. « Previous Photoshop Tip: | Next Photoshop Tip: » Sign-up for the PTC Newsletter so that you'll never miss a tutorial!. Your Email Address: