PlanetSide 2 Keyboard controls
- Windows
- 46 default keybinds
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PlanetSide 2 is a free-to-play massively multiplayer shooter where three empires fight over whole continents with infantry, tanks and aircraft at once. These are the default PC bindings as the game ships them, covering class abilities, vehicle seats and abilities, flight controls and the voice channels squads rely on. Every key can be reassigned under Settings, Keybinding.
All PlanetSide 2 keyboard controls
46 shortcuts
Vehicles 11
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Enter / Exit Vehicle | E |
| Afterburner | Shift |
| Change Camera | T |
| Deploy / Siege Mode | B |
| Switch to Seat 1 | F1 |
| Switch to Seat 2 | F2 |
| Handbrake (Ground Vehicle) | Space |
| Vehicle Ability 1 | 3 |
| Cruise Control | = |
| Vehicle Ability 2 | 4 |
| Previous Vehicle Ability | F |
Infantry Combat 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire | LMB |
| Aim Down Sights | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Class Ability | F |
| Interact | E |
| Throw Grenade | G |
| Spot Enemy | Q |
| Melee Attack | MMB |
| Switch Fire Mode | B |
| Toggle Weapon Attachment | X |
Interface 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Map | M |
| Menu | Esc |
| Scoreboard / Stats | Tab |
| Squad / Platoon Screen | P |
| Expand Minimap | H |
| Auto-Join Squad | Ins |
| Accept Prompt | Y |
| Free Mouse Cursor | Alt |
| Vehicle Management | PgDn |
| Show Performance (FPS) | AltF |
Infantry Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Strafe Left | A |
| Strafe Right | D |
| Jump / Jump Jets | Space |
| Sprint / Hold Breath | Shift |
| Crouch (Hold) | Ctrl |
| Crouch (Toggle) | C |
Comms 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Chat | Enter |
| Squad Voice | Z |
| Voice Macro Menu | V |
| Proximity Voice | Num 4 |
Aircraft 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Ascend / Take Off | Space |
| Descend / Land | Ctrl |
| Cockpit Free Look | MMB |
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+ 2 more controls in the table below
+ 2 more controls in the table below
46 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in PlanetSide 2's control settings.
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PlanetSide 2 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for PlanetSide 2?
- PlanetSide 2, a shooter game, uses 46 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap PlanetSide 2 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from PlanetSide 2's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these PlanetSide 2 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official PlanetSide 2 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by PlanetSide 2 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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