What are the default controls for Guild Wars 2?

Guild Wars 2, a rpg game, uses 39 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Guild Wars 2 controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Guild Wars 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Guild Wars 2 controls cover?

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

Is this an official Guild Wars 2 resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Guild Wars 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Guild Wars 2 Keyboard controls

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Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Guild Wars 2, ArenaNet's action-combat MMORPG. Covers movement and dodging, the weapon, healing, utility, elite and profession skill bar, targeting, panels and windows, and social commands.

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39 shortcuts

Skills 11

Action	Shortcut
Weapon Skill 1	`1`
Weapon Skill 2	`2`
Weapon Skill 3	`3`
Weapon Skill 4	`4`
Weapon Skill 5	`5`
Healing Skill	`6`
Weapon Swap	`
Utility Skill 1	`7`
Utility Skill 2	`8`
Utility Skill 3	`9`
Elite Skill	`0`

Movement 9

Action	Shortcut
Move Forward	`W`
Dodge	`V`
Move Backward	`S`
Strafe Left	`A`
Strafe Right	`D`
Jump	`Space`
Auto-Run	`R`
Turn Left	`Q`
Turn Right	`E`

Targeting 6

Action	Shortcut
Next Enemy	`Tab`
Interact / Revive / Loot	`F`
Take Target	`T`
Call Target	`CtrlT`
Previous Enemy	`ShiftTab`
Alert Target	`ShiftT`

UI/Windows 6

Action	Shortcut
Inventory	`I`
Hero Panel	`H`
World Map	`M`
Guild Panel	`G`
Black Lion Trading	`O`
Pets Panel	`K`

Social 4

Action	Shortcut
Chat Message	`Enter`
Contacts	`Y`
Party	`P`
Chat Command	`/`

Misc 3

Action	Shortcut
Show Enemy Names	`Ctrl`
Show Ally Names	`Alt`
Toggle UI	`CtrlShiftH`

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39 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Guild Wars 2's control settings.

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Guild Wars 2 controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Guild Wars 2?: Guild Wars 2, a rpg game, uses 39 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Guild Wars 2 controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Guild Wars 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Guild Wars 2 controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Guild Wars 2 resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Guild Wars 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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