Embracing filter shortcuts

While working with Wireshark in the Packet Details panel, you might want to filter on a specific IP address or a particular port number. Once you identify the item of interest, you can right-click to view filter shortcuts and you will see several shortcuts, as shown here:

Right-click to view filter shortcuts

Although there are many options when you right-click, in the center are the shortcuts that deal with filters. The following options are available:

  • Apply as a Filter: When selected, it will create and run a selected field value.
  • Prepare a Filter: When selected, it will create and place a selected field value ...

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