Elden Ring Keyboard & controller controls
- Windows
- 37 default keybinds
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A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Elden Ring on PC. Learn the default keybindings for movement, attacks, magic and items, lock-on targeting, and menus so you can navigate the Lands Between with confidence.
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37 shortcuts
Movement 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Backstep / Dodge Roll (tap) | Space |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Sprint / Dash (hold) | Space |
| Jump | F |
| Crouch / Stand Up | X |
| Walk (hold) | Alt |
Menus/UI 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Event Action / Interact / Examine | E |
| Open Menu | Esc |
| Open Map | G |
| Back / Cancel | Q |
| Sort Items (in menu) | T |
| Swap Equipment Slot (forward) | Z |
| Swap Equipment Slot (backward) | X |
| Switch View / Tab (in menu) | F |
| Detailed / Simple View (in menu) | Y |
Combat/Attacks 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Attack (Right Hand / Two-Handed) | LMB |
| Strong Attack | ShiftLMB |
| Guard / Block (Left Hand) | RMB |
| Skill / Ash of War | ShiftRMB |
| Two-Hand Right-Hand Armament | ELMB |
| Two-Hand Left-Hand Armament | ERMB |
| Charge Attack (hold) | ShiftLMB |
Magic/Items 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Use Item | R |
| Switch Sorcery / Incantation | UP |
| Switch Item | DOWN |
| Switch Right-Hand Armament | RIGHT |
| Switch Left-Hand Armament | LEFT |
| Switch Right-Hand Armament (alt) | ShiftWheel ↑ |
| Switch Left-Hand Armament (alt) | ShiftWheel ↓ |
Camera/Targeting 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Lock-On / Remove Target | MMB |
| Reset Camera / Lock-On | Q |
| Move Camera | Mouse |
| Switch Target (while locked-on) | Wheel ↑ |
Multiplayer/Gestures 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Gestures (via Menu) | Esc |
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+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
34 shortcuts
Movement 8
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Backstep / Dodge Roll (tap) | B●BA |
| Move Backward | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Sprint / Dash (hold) | B●BA |
| Jump | A✕AB |
| Crouch / Stand Up | LSL3L3LS |
Menus/UI 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Event Action / Interact / Examine | Y▲YX |
| Open Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
| Open Map | ViewShareView− |
| Back / Cancel | B●BA |
| Sort Items (in menu) | LSL3L3LS |
| Switch View / Tab (in menu) | RBR1R1R |
| Detailed / Simple View (in menu) | Y▲YX |
Combat/Attacks 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Attack (Right Hand / Two-Handed) | RBR1R1R |
| Strong Attack | RTR2R2ZR |
| Guard / Block (Left Hand) | LBL1L1L |
| Skill / Ash of War | LTL2L2ZL |
| Two-Hand Right-Hand Armament | Y▲YXRBR1R1R |
| Two-Hand Left-Hand Armament | Y▲YXLBL1L1L |
| Charge Attack (hold) | RTR2R2ZR |
Magic/Items 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Use Item | X■XY |
| Switch Sorcery / Incantation | D-Pad ↑ |
| Switch Item | D-Pad ↓ |
| Switch Right-Hand Armament | D-Pad → |
| Switch Left-Hand Armament | D-Pad ← |
| Switch Right-Hand Armament (alt) | D-Pad → |
| Switch Left-Hand Armament (alt) | D-Pad ← |
Camera/Targeting 4
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Lock-On / Remove Target | RSR3R3RS |
| Reset Camera / Lock-On | RSR3R3RS |
| Move Camera | R-Stick |
| Switch Target (while locked-on) | R-Stick |
Multiplayer/Gestures 1
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Open Gestures (via Menu) | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
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37 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Elden Ring's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
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Elden Ring controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Elden Ring?
- Elden Ring, a rpg game, uses 37 default keybinds across 6 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Elden Ring controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Elden Ring's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Elden Ring support a controller?
- Yes — Elden Ring has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
- Which platforms do these Elden Ring controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Elden Ring also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Elden Ring resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Elden Ring or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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