What are the default controls for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011), a shooter game, uses 28 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)'s in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) controls cover?

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

Is this an official Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) Keyboard controls

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Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games' 2011 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, taken from Activision's own Windows manual. Covers movement and stance, weapon handling, lethal and tactical grenades, pointstreak activation, and the multiplayer chat and vote keys.

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All Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) keyboard controls

Layout

28 shortcuts

Movement 8

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Sprint / Hold Breath	`Shift`
Move Back	`S`
Strafe Left	`A`
Strafe Right	`D`
Stand / Jump	`Space`
Crouch	`C`
Prone	`Ctrl`

Combat 8

Action	Shortcut
Fire Weapon	`LMB`
Aim Down Sight (ADS)	`RMB`
Reload	`R`
Switch Weapon	`1`
Use / Interact	`F`
Melee Attack	`E`
Switch Weapon (alternate)	`2`
Attachments	`3`

Communication 5

Action	Shortcut
Text Chat	`T`
Team Chat	`Y`
Voice Chat (push to talk)	`Z`
Vote Yes	`F1`
Vote No	`F2`

Equipment 4

Action	Shortcut
Throw Lethal Grenade	`G`
Throw Tactical Grenade	`Q`
Use Pointstreak	`4`
Throw Lethal Grenade (alternate)	`MMB`

Interface 3

Action	Shortcut
Objectives / Pause Menu	`Esc`
Show Score / Objectives	`Tab`
Screenshot	`F12`

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28 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)'s control settings.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)?: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011), a shooter game, uses 28 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)'s in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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