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A complete reference to the default PC keyboard hotkeys for StarCraft II using the Standard hotkey profile. Master the essential RTS commands for attacking, moving, holding position and patrolling, plus control groups, idle worker and army selection, camera bookmarks, and base-camera shortcuts to boost your APM and macro on the ladder.
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All StarCraft II keyboard controls
33 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in StarCraft II's control settings.
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Camera 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Camera to Last Event / Base | Space |
| Center Camera on Town Structure | Bksp |
| Set Camera Location 1 | CtrlF5 |
| Recall Camera Location 1 | F5 |
| Center Camera on Selection | F |
| Recall Camera Location 2 | F6 |
| Recall Camera Location 3 | F7 |
| Recall Camera Location 4 | F8 |
| Adjust Camera View (zoom/pitch) | PgUp |
Commands 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Attack / Attack-Move | A |
| Move | M |
| Stop | S |
| Hold Position | H |
| Patrol | P |
| Gather / Return Cargo | G |
| Set Rally Point | RMB |
| Queue Commands (hold while ordering) | Shift |
Control Groups 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Select Control Group 1 | 1 |
| Create Control Group 1 | Ctrl1 |
| Select Control Group 2 | 2 |
| Select Control Group 3 | 3 |
| Create Control Group 2 | Ctrl2 |
| Add Selection to Control Group 1 | Shift1 |
| Remove from All Control Groups | Alt1 |
Interface 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Cancel / Close Menu | Esc |
| Open Game Menu | F10 |
| Open Message Log / Chat | F11 |
| Chat to Allies | Enter |
| Open Help Menu | F12 |
Selection 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Select All Army | F2 |
| Select Idle Worker | F1 |
| Select All Units of Type | CtrlLMB |
| Add Unit to Selection | ShiftLMB |
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StarCraft II controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for StarCraft II?
- StarCraft II, a strategy game, uses 33 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap StarCraft II controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from StarCraft II's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these StarCraft II controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official StarCraft II resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by StarCraft II or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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