What are the default controls for Arma 3?

Arma 3, a shooter game, uses 36 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Arma 3 controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Arma 3's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Arma 3 controls cover?

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

Is this an official Arma 3 resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Arma 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Arma 3 Keyboard controls

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Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Arma 3, the military sandbox shooter from Bohemia Interactive. Covers infantry movement, the stance/posture system, weapon handling, vehicle operation, and the numbered command menu for ordering AI squads.

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Layout

36 shortcuts

Combat 11

Action	Shortcut
Fire Weapon	`LMB`
Aim Down Sights / Optics	`RMB`
Reload	`R`
Change Fire Mode	`F`
Throw Grenade	`G`
Hold Breath (steady aim, hold)	`RMB`
Switch Weapon	`Space`
Toggle Night Vision Goggles	`N`
Raise / Lower Weapon (toggle)	`Ctrl`then`Ctrl`
Binoculars	`B`
Cycle Throwable Type	`CtrlG`

Stance 7

Action	Shortcut
Crouch	`X`
Prone	`Z`
Stance Up	`CtrlW`
Stance Down	`CtrlS`
Lean Left	`Q`
Lean Right	`E`
Step Out Left / Right	`CtrlA`

Vehicles 5

Action	Shortcut
Get Out / Exit Vehicle	`V`
Headlights / Vehicle Lights	`L`
Eject	`V`then`V`
Open Hatch / Turn Out (left, right)	`CtrlE`
Switch Gunner Weapon	`CtrlF`

Commanding 5

Action	Shortcut
Command Menu - Move	`1`
Command Menu - Target	`2`
Command Menu - Engage	`3`
Command Menu - Formation	`8`
Command Menu - Reply / Action	`0`

Movement 4

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward / Back / Strafe	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Sprint	`Shift`
Free Look (hold)	`Alt`
Toggle Walk / Combat Pace	`CtrlC`

Misc 4

Action	Shortcut
Open Map	`M`
Inventory / Gear	`I`
Action / Interaction Menu (scroll)	`Wheel`
Switch View (1st / 3rd person)	`Enter`

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36 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Arma 3's control settings.

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Arma 3 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Arma 3?: Arma 3, a shooter game, uses 36 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Arma 3 controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Arma 3's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Arma 3 controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Arma 3 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Arma 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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