Stellaris Keyboard controls
- Windows
- 35 default keybinds
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A complete reference to the default PC keyboard hotkeys for Stellaris, Paradox's grand strategy game. Learn the default keybindings for pausing, game speed, camera control, the F-key menu screens (technology, expansion planner, ship designer and more), and fleet commands so you can manage your galactic empire faster.
All Stellaris keyboard controls
35 shortcuts
Menus 11
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Technology | F4 |
| Contacts | F2 |
| Situation Log | F3 |
| Planets and Sectors | F5 |
| Expansion Planner | F9 |
| Ship Designer | F10 |
| Government Screen | F1 |
| Policies and Edicts | F6 |
| Traditions and Ascension Perks | F8 |
| Factions | F7 |
| Change Tabs (within screens) | ZthenXthenCthenV |
Map & Camera 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Camera | WthenAthenSthenD |
| Zoom In / Out | Wheel |
| Galaxy / System View Toggle | M |
| Search Systems & Planets | F |
| Reveal Resources & Details (hold) | Alt |
| Center Camera / Focus | Q |
| Cycle Through Systems | Tab |
| Hide User Interface | CtrlF9 |
| Cycle Systems Backwards | ShiftTab |
Fleet Commands 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Merge Fleets | G |
| Queue Orders (add to end) | ShiftRMB |
| Split Fleet in Half | V |
| Cancel Orders / Stop | H |
| Return to Nearest Base / Rally Point | B |
| Change Fleet Stance | T |
| Priority Queue Orders (add to start) | CtrlShiftRMB |
Game Speed 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause / Unpause | Space |
| Increase Game Speed | + |
| Decrease Game Speed | − |
Empire Management 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Trade Increment x100 | Shift |
| Trade Increment x10 | Ctrl |
| Trade Increment x1000 | CtrlShift |
Selection 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Set Control Group | Ctrl1 |
| Select Control Group | 1 |
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+ 2 more controls in the table below
+ 2 more controls in the table below
35 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Stellaris's control settings.
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These shortcuts, on physical keys
There is a Stream Deck profile for Stellaris — 100 shortcuts laid out across the keys, each one labelled, installed by double-clicking a file. It fits every current Stream Deck model.
Stellaris controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Stellaris?
- Stellaris, a strategy game, uses 35 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Stellaris controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Stellaris's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these Stellaris controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Stellaris resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Stellaris or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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