What are the default controls for Arma 2?

Arma 2, a shooter game, uses 46 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Arma 2 controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Arma 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Arma 2 controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.

Is this an official Arma 2 resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Arma 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Arma 2 Keyboard controls

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Arma 2 drops you into the fictional republic of Chernarus as a Force Recon marine, and most of its depth sits on the keyboard: three stances on Z, X and C, leaning on Q and E, and a numbered command menu for running an AI squad. Many keys do double duty, since a double tap toggles what a hold does briefly, and the same letters take new jobs once you are driving or flying.

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All Arma 2 keyboard controls

Layout

46 shortcuts

Infantry 13

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Move Backward	`S`
Strafe Left	`A`
Strafe Right	`D`
Prone	`Z`
Crouch	`X`
Walk (hold) / Toggle Walk and Run (double-tap)	`Shift`
Lean Left (double-tap to lock)	`Q`
Lean Right (double-tap to lock)	`E`
Stand Up	`C`
Free Look (hold) / Toggle (double-tap)	`Alt`
Step Over Obstacle	`V`
Raise / Lower Weapon (double-tap)	`Ctrl`then`Ctrl`

Weapons & Gear 10

Action	Shortcut
Fire	`LMB`
Reload	`R`
Action Menu	`Wheel`
Iron Sights / Optics (click)	`RMB`
Zoom, Lock Target and Hold Breath (hold)	`RMB`
Change Weapon Mode	`F`
Gear	`G`
Default Action	`MMB`
Binoculars	`B`
Night Vision	`N`

Commanding 8

Action	Shortcut
Communication and Command Menu	`Space`
Select Units	`F1`then`F2`then`F3`then`F4`then`F5`then`F6`then`F7`then`F8`then`F9`then`F10`
Command Menu - Move	`1`
Select / Deselect All Units	`
Command Menu - Target	`2`
Command Menu - Engage	`3`
Complex Command Menu	`Bksp`
Command Menu - Formation	`8`

Land Vehicles 6

Action	Shortcut
Brake / Reverse	`S`
Fast Forward	`E`
Slow Forward	`Q`
Turn Out / Turn In	`Z`then`X`
Lights	`L`
Cycle Gunner's Weapons	`CtrlF`

Aircraft 5

Action	Shortcut
Increase / Decrease Thrust	`Q`then`Z`
Nose Down / Nose Up	`W`then`S`
Bank Left / Right	`A`then`D`
Rudder Left / Right	`X`then`C`
Auto-Hover On (double-tap)	`\`then`\`

View & Map 4

Action	Shortcut
Map and Tasks	`M`
1st / 3rd Person View	`Num Enter`
Compass	`K`
Team Switch	`T`

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46 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Arma 2's control settings.

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Arma 2 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Arma 2?: Arma 2, a shooter game, uses 46 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Arma 2 controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Arma 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Arma 2 controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Arma 2 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Arma 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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