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A complete reference to the default PC keyboard hotkeys for RimWorld, Ludeon Studios' sci-fi colony sim. Learn the default keybindings for panning and zooming the camera, pausing and changing game speed, opening the Architect and main interface tabs, drafting colonists, and managing orders so you can run your colony more efficiently.
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All RimWorld keyboard controls
48 default keybinds across 8 categories. Most can be reassigned in RimWorld's control settings.
+ 6 more controls in the table below
+ 6 more controls in the table below
Camera 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pan Camera Up | W |
| Pan Camera Down | S |
| Pan Camera Left | A |
| Pan Camera Right | D |
| Zoom In | PgDn |
| Zoom Out | PgUp |
| Pan Camera Up (arrow) | UP |
| Pan Camera Down (arrow) | DOWN |
| Pan Camera Left (arrow) | LEFT |
| Pan Camera Right (arrow) | RIGHT |
Interface Tabs 10
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Architect Menu | Tab |
| Open Work Tab | F1 |
| Open Schedule Tab | F2 |
| Open Assign Tab | F3 |
| Open Research Tab | F6 |
| Open World Map | F8 |
| Open Animals Tab | F4 |
| Open Quests Tab | F7 |
| Open Wildlife Tab | F5 |
| Open History Tab | F9 |
Selection 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Cancel / Close Dialog | Esc |
| Accept / Confirm | Enter |
| Previous Colonist | , |
| Next Colonist | . |
| Select Next Thing in Cell | KEYPADMULTIPLY |
| Increment 10x (hold) | Ctrl |
| Increment 100x (hold) | Shift |
Game Speed 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause / Resume Game | Space |
| Game Speed: Normal | 1 |
| Game Speed: Fast | 2 |
| Game Speed: Super Fast | 3 |
| Game Speed: Faster | HOME |
| Game Speed: Slower | END |
Interface 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle Room Stats Display | G |
| Show Cell Inspector (hold) | Alt |
| Take Screenshot | F10 |
| Toggle Beauty Display | T |
| Show Eyedropper (hold) | Ctrl |
| Toggle Screenshot Mode (hide HUD) | F11 |
Orders 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Draft / Undraft Colonist | R |
| Queue Order (hold) | Shift |
| Toggle Forbidden | F |
| Toggle Power | V |
Architect Tools 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Rotate Left (build) | Q |
| Rotate Right (build) | E |
| Cancel Designation (Architect) | C |
| Deconstruct (Architect) | X |
Development 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle Debug Log | BACKTICK |
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RimWorld controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for RimWorld?
- RimWorld, a simulation game, uses 48 default keybinds across 8 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap RimWorld controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from RimWorld's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these RimWorld controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official RimWorld resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by RimWorld or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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