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Black Desert Online Keyboard & Controller Controls
RPG games →A reference to the default PC keyboard and mouse controls in Black Desert Online. Covers movement, combat and skills, interaction, and the many UI windows so you can navigate Pearl Abyss's open-world MMORPG faster.
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All Black Desert Online controls
38 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Black Desert Online's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
Combat 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Main Attack | LMB |
| Secondary Attack | RMB |
| Draw / Sheathe Weapon | Tab |
| Awakening / Stance Change | C |
| Skill Action | E |
| Skill Action | F |
| Rage Absorption | Z |
| Rage Transfer | X |
| Activate Alchemy Stone | U |
UI/Windows 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Inventory / Equipment | I |
| Skills | K |
| World Map | M |
| Character Profile | P |
| Quests | O |
| Black Spirit | / |
| Knowledge | H |
| Mail / Adventure | B |
| Challenges | Y |
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move | WthenAthenSthenD |
| Sprint (hold) | Shift |
| Jump | Space |
| Auto-run | T |
| Crouch / Sit | Q |
| Emergency Escape | V |
| Toggle Walk / Run | CAPSLOCK |
| Switch Pace (auto-run) | SCROLLLOCK |
Social/Life Skills 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Chat | Enter |
| Friends | N |
| Guild | G |
| Processing | L |
| Dye | J |
Misc 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Settings / Menu | Esc |
| Adventurer's Guide | F1 |
| Adventurer's Board | F2 |
| Pearl Shop | F3 |
| Beauty Salon | F4 |
Targeting 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact / Pick Up | R |
| Toggle Cursor | Ctrl |
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Combat 3
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Main Attack | RBR1R1R |
| Secondary Attack | RTR2R2ZR |
| Draw / Sheathe Weapon | RSR3R3RS |
Movement 5
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move | L-Stick |
| Sprint (hold) | LTL2L2ZL |
| Jump | A✕AB |
| Auto-run | LSL3L3LS |
| Crouch / Sit | LBL1L1L |
Misc 1
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Settings / Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
Targeting 1
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Interact / Pick Up | Y▲YX |
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Black Desert Online controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Black Desert Online?
- Black Desert Online, a rpg game, uses 38 default keybinds across 6 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Black Desert Online controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Black Desert Online's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Black Desert Online support a controller?
- Yes — Black Desert Online 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 Black Desert Online controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Black Desert Online resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Black Desert Online or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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