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, Switch 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. Stardew Valley also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. 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.

Stardew Valley Keyboard & controller controls

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27 default keybinds
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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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Layout

27 shortcuts

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	`L Shift`

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`

Sourced from stardewvalleywiki.com, primagames.com Last verified September 25, 2026 Shortcuts last changed October 12, 2026

Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

MMB · Switch Item

↑

←

↓

→

+ 3 more controls in the table below

Inventory/Items 2

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Shift Toolbar	`LBL1L1L`then`RBR1R1R`
Switch Item	`LTL2L2ZL`then`RTR2R2ZR`

UI/Misc 2

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Open Emote Menu	`RSR3R3RS`
Open Chat Box	`RSR3R3RS`

Movement 4

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Move Up	`L-Stick`
Move Left	`L-Stick`
Move Down	`L-Stick`
Move Right	`L-Stick`

Tools/Action 2

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Use Tool or Place Item	`X■XY`
Check / Do Action	`A✕AB`

Menus 3

Action	XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck
Open Menu	`B●BA`
Open Menu / Close Menu	`MenuOptionsMenu+`
Open Journal	`ViewShareView−`

Sourced from stardewvalleywiki.com, primagames.com Last verified September 25, 2026 Shortcuts last changed October 12, 2026

27 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Stardew Valley's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck buttons side by side.

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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, Switch 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. Stardew Valley also released on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, and this page carries those controller bindings too. 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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