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Stardew Valley Keyboard & Controller Controls
Simulation games →Default keyboard and mouse controls for Stardew Valley on PC (Windows, macOS, and Linux). Use this reference to move around the farm, use tools, manage your inventory, and open menus, then rebind any key from the in-game Options tab.
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All Stardew Valley controls
27 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Stardew Valley's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
+ 3 more controls in the table below
+ 3 more controls in the table below
Inventory/Items 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Shift Toolbar | Tab |
| Inventory Hotkey Slots | 10 |
| Switch Item | MMB |
| Inventory Hotkey Slots (extra) | then/then= |
| Move Item to Top Row | ShiftLMB |
| Split One Item from Stack | RMB |
| Take Half a Stack | ShiftRMB |
| Delete Selected Item | Del |
UI/Misc 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Emote Menu | Y |
| Open Chat Box | T |
| Screenshot Mode | F4 |
| Open Chat Box (alt) | ? |
| Craft 5 at a Time | ShiftLMB |
| Craft / Buy 25 at a Time | CtrlShiftLMB |
Movement 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Up | W |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Down | S |
| Move Right | D |
| Run | LEFTthenShift |
Tools/Action 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Use Tool or Place Item | LMB |
| Check / Do Action | RMB |
| Use Tool or Place Item (keyboard) | C |
| Check / Do Action (keyboard) | X |
Menus 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Menu | E |
| Open Menu / Close Menu | Esc |
| Open Journal | F |
| Open Map Window | M |
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Inventory/Items 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Shift Toolbar | LBL1L1LthenRBR1R1R |
| Switch Item | LTL2L2ZLthenRTR2R2ZR |
UI/Misc 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Open Emote Menu | RSR3R3RS |
| Open Chat Box | RSR3R3RS |
Movement 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Up | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Down | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
Tools/Action 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Use Tool or Place Item | X■XY |
| Check / Do Action | A✕AB |
Menus 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Open Menu | B●BA |
| Open Menu / Close Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
| Open Journal | ViewShareView− |
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Stardew Valley controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Stardew Valley?
- Stardew Valley, a simulation game, uses 27 default keybinds across 5 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Stardew Valley controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Stardew Valley's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Stardew Valley support a controller?
- Yes — Stardew Valley has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
- Which platforms do these Stardew Valley controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac and Linux. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Stardew Valley resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Stardew Valley or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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