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American Truck Simulator Keyboard Controls
Simulation games →A complete reference to the default keyboard controls for American Truck Simulator (ATS) on PC. Learn the default keybindings for driving and steering, gears, lights and signals, the horn and wipers, cruise control and engine brake, camera views, and the interface so you can master the open roads of the United States.
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All American Truck Simulator keyboard controls
35 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in American Truck Simulator's control settings.
+ 2 more controls in the table below
+ 2 more controls in the table below
Driving 12
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Steer Left | A |
| Steer Right | D |
| Accelerate / Throttle | W |
| Brake / Reverse | S |
| Parking / Handbrake | Space |
| Gear Up / Shift Up | Shift |
| Gear Down / Shift Down | Alt |
| Cruise Control | C |
| Engine Brake / Exhaust Brake | B |
| Start / Stop Engine | E |
| Retarder Power Increase | ; |
| Retarder Power Decrease | ' |
Lights & Signals 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle Light Modes / Headlights | L |
| Left Turn Signal / Indicator | LEFTBRACKET |
| Right Turn Signal / Indicator | RIGHTBRACKET |
| High Beam Headlights | K |
| Hazard / Warning Lights | F |
| Beacon / Warning Lights (Roof) | O |
| Light Signal / Flash | J |
Camera 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interior Camera | 1 |
| Chase / Following Camera | 2 |
| Top-Down Camera | 3 |
| Roof Camera | 4 |
| Bumper Camera | 6 |
UI 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| World Map | M |
| Pause / Main Menu | Esc |
| Garage Manager | G |
| Dashboard Display Mode | I |
| Audio Player | R |
Truck Functions 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Horn / Sound Signal | H |
| Air Horn / Pneumatic Signal | N |
| Windshield Wipers | P |
| Lift / Lower Axle | U |
Trailer & Cargo 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Connect / Disconnect Trailer | T |
Misc 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Screenshot | F10 |
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American Truck Simulator controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for American Truck Simulator?
- American Truck Simulator, a simulation game, uses 35 default keybinds across 7 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap American Truck Simulator controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from American Truck Simulator's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these American Truck Simulator controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac and Linux. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official American Truck Simulator resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by American Truck Simulator or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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