What are the default controls for Europa Universalis V?

Europa Universalis V, a strategy game, uses 38 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Europa Universalis V controls?

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

Which platforms do these Europa Universalis V controls cover?

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

Is this an official Europa Universalis V resource?

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

Europa Universalis V Keyboard controls

Windows
38 default keybinds
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Europa Universalis V is Paradox's grand strategy game of shaping a nation through the late medieval and early modern eras. These default PC hotkeys cover game speed, the F-key panels, CTRL map modes, camera movement, and unit commands to keep play fast at any speed.

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Layout

38 shortcuts

Map Modes 12

Action	Shortcut
Map Mode Menu	`M`
Political Map Mode	`CtrlW`
Terrain Map Mode	`CtrlQ`
Raw Materials Map Mode	`CtrlR`
Control Map Mode	`CtrlT`
Markets Map Mode	`CtrlS`
Population Map Mode	`CtrlD`
Cultures Map Mode	`CtrlF`
Religions Map Mode	`CtrlG`
Diplomacy Map Mode	`CtrlH`
Proximity to Capital Map Mode	`CtrlY`
Tactical Map Mode	`CtrlJ`

Interface 11

Action	Shortcut
Government Panel	`F1`
Economy Panel	`F2`
Diplomacy Panel	`F5`
Military Panel	`F6`
Production Panel	`F3`
Society Panel	`F4`
Geopolitics / Geography Panel	`F7`
Advances Panel	`F8`
Close Menu	`Esc`
Confirm	`Enter`
Screenshot	`F11`

Camera 6

Action	Shortcut
Move Camera Up	`W`
Move Camera Left	`A`
Move Camera Down	`S`
Move Camera Right	`D`
Jump to Capital	`Home`
Max Zoom Out	`Tab`

Military 5

Action	Shortcut
Consolidate Units	`K`
Split Army in Half	`H`
Reorganize Units	`B`
Merge Units	`G`
Macro Builder	`Z`

Time 3

Action	Shortcut
Pause / Resume	`Space`
Increase Game Speed	`=`
Decrease Game Speed	`−`

Selection 1

Action	Shortcut
Find Province	`F`

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38 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Europa Universalis V's control settings.

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Europa Universalis V controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Europa Universalis V?: Europa Universalis V, a strategy game, uses 38 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Europa Universalis V controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Europa Universalis V's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Europa Universalis V controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Europa Universalis V resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Europa Universalis V or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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