Genshin Impact Keyboard & controller controls
- Windows
- 35 default keybinds
- ✓ Steam Deck ready
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Learn the default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Genshin Impact. This reference covers movement, combat, elemental skills and bursts, character switching, interaction, and menu shortcuts so you can explore Teyvat with confidence.
All Genshin Impact controls
35 shortcuts
Map/Menus 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Map | M |
| Inventory | B |
| Character Screen | C |
| Paimon Menu | Esc |
| Party Setup | L |
| Quest Menu | J |
| Wish (Gacha) | G |
| Adventurer Handbook | F1 |
| Events | F5 |
| Battle Pass | F4 |
Movement 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Sprint | Shift |
| Jump / Climb | Space |
| Rotate Camera | Mouse |
| Drop Down (while climbing) | X |
| Walk (toggle) | Ctrl |
Combat/Skills 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Normal Attack | LMB |
| Elemental Skill | E |
| Elemental Burst | Q |
| Aiming Mode | R |
| Elemental Sight (hold) | MMB |
Party/Characters 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Switch to Party Member 1 | 1 |
| Switch to Party Member 2 | 2 |
| Switch to Party Member 3 | 3 |
| Switch to Party Member 4 | 4 |
| Scroll to Switch Character | Wheel ↑ |
UI 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Friends | O |
| Open Chat | Enter |
| Show Cursor (hold) | Alt |
| Hide UI | \ |
Interaction 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact / Pick Up | F |
| Quick-Use Gadget | Z |
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+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
Map/Menus 2
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Open Map | ViewShareView |
| Paimon Menu | MenuOptionsMenu |
Movement 9
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Move Backward | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Sprint | RBR1R1 |
| Jump / Climb | A✕A |
| Rotate Camera | R-Stick |
| Drop Down (while climbing) | B●B |
| Walk (toggle) | LSL3L3 |
Combat/Skills 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Normal Attack | B●B |
| Elemental Skill | RTR2R2 |
| Elemental Burst | Y▲Y |
| Aiming Mode | LTL2L2 |
| Elemental Sight (hold) | RSR3R3 |
Party/Characters 4
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Switch to Party Member 1 | D-Pad ↑ |
| Switch to Party Member 2 | D-Pad → |
| Switch to Party Member 3 | D-Pad ↓ |
| Switch to Party Member 4 | D-Pad ← |
Interaction 2
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Interact / Pick Up | X■X |
| Quick-Use Gadget | LBL1L1 |
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35 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Genshin Impact's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
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Genshin Impact controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Genshin Impact?
- Genshin Impact, a rpg game, uses 35 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 Genshin Impact controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Genshin Impact's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Genshin Impact support a controller?
- Yes — Genshin Impact has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
- Which platforms do these Genshin Impact controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Genshin Impact also released on Xbox and PlayStation, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Genshin Impact resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Genshin Impact or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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