Is it true that pressing the shift key moves the insertion point to a new line?

Pressing the shift key does not move the insertion point to a new line; instead, it modifies the function of other keys. When typing, particularly in most standard software applications, simply pressing the shift key alone does not impact the position of the insertion point.

The insertion point typically remains at its current location until the Enter key is pressed, which is what moves it to the next line. The shift key is primarily used for capitalizing letters or accessing alternate functions of other keys. In some specific contexts, such as creating a new line in messaging applications or certain text editors, pressing Shift along with Enter may create a line break without starting a new paragraph; however, this does not apply universally across all software applications. Thus, the statement is false.