What are the default controls for Mount & Blade: Warband?

Mount & Blade: Warband, a rpg game, uses 45 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Mount & Blade: Warband controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Mount & Blade: Warband's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these Mount & Blade: Warband controls cover?

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

Is this an official Mount & Blade: Warband resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mount & Blade: Warband or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Mount & Blade: Warband Keyboard controls

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Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Mount & Blade: Warband, TaleWorlds' 2010 medieval sandbox of mounted combat and feudal politics. Covers melee, blocking and ranged aiming, the two-step F-key order system for commanding troop groups in battle, and the world-map keys for pausing and passing time.

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All Mount & Blade: Warband keyboard controls

Layout

45 shortcuts

Battle Orders 17

Action	Shortcut
Select Group 1-9 (1 Infantry, 2 Archers, 3 Cavalry)	`1`
Hold This Position (hold F1 again to place flag)	`F1`then`F1`
Charge	`F1`then`F3`
Select Everyone	`0`
Follow Me	`F1`then`F2`
View Orders	`Bksp`
Select Nearby Soldiers	`−`
Add Group to Selection	`Shift2`
Advance Ten Paces	`F2`then`F1`
Fall Back Ten Paces	`F2`then`F2`
Hold Your Fire	`F3`then`F1`
Fire at Will	`F3`then`F2`
Select Unselected Troops (Others)	`=`
Spread Out	`F2`then`F3`
Stand Closer	`F2`then`F4`
Mount Horses	`F2`then`F5`
Dismount	`F2`then`F6`

Combat 9

Action	Shortcut
Attack (hold to charge or aim)	`LMB`
Defend (hold)	`RMB`
Equip Next Weapon	`Wheel ↑`
Kick	`E`
Toggle Weapon Mode	`X`
Equip Next Shield	`Wheel ↓`
Sheathe Weapon	`\`
Equip Item 1-4 (Numpad 1-4)	`Num 1`
Drop Weapon	`G`

Menus 6

Action	Shortcut
Inventory Window	`I`
Character Window	`C`
Party Window	`P`
Quick Save	`F12`
Game Menu / Close Window	`Esc`
Quests Window	`Q`

Movement 4

Action	Shortcut
Move	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Action (open, talk, pick up, mount / dismount)	`F`
Leave Location / Retreat	`Tab`
Jump (character or horse)	`Space`

Camera 4

Action	Shortcut
Zoom (hold)	`Shift`
Toggle First-Person View	`R`
Free Camera / View Outfit (hold)	`~`
Take Screenshot	`CtrlIns`

World Map 3

Action	Shortcut
Pause Time / Cancel Destination	`Space`
Wait / Pass Time (hold)	`Space`
Transfer Item to Other Side	`CtrlLMB`

Multiplayer 2

Action	Shortcut
Send Message to Everyone	`T`
Send Message to Team	`Y`

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45 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Mount & Blade: Warband's control settings.

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Mount & Blade: Warband controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Mount & Blade: Warband?: Mount & Blade: Warband, a rpg game, uses 45 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Mount & Blade: Warband controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Mount & Blade: Warband's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Mount & Blade: Warband controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac and Linux. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Mount & Blade: Warband resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mount & Blade: Warband or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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