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Borderlands 3 Keyboard & Controller Controls
Borderlands 3 is Gearbox Software's 2019 looter-shooter, the fourth main entry in the Borderlands series. This reference lists the default keyboard and mouse bindings on PC alongside the default Xbox controller layout, covering movement, gunplay, action skills, weapon slots, the ECHO menus and vehicle driving.
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All Borderlands 3 controls
45 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Borderlands 3's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
+ 2 more controls in the table below
+ 2 more controls in the table below
44 shortcuts
Interface 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Character Menu | Tab |
| Open Map | M |
| Open Inventory | I |
| Open Skills | K |
| Open Mission Log | L |
| Guardian Rank | J |
| Quick Menu | Z |
Movement 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Strafe Left | A |
| Strafe Right | D |
| Jump | Space |
| Sprint | Shift |
| Crouch / Slide / Ground Slam | Ctrl |
Combat 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire Weapon | LMB |
| Aim Down Sights | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Action Skill | F |
| Melee | V |
| Throw Grenade | G |
| Weapon Mode (Toggle Fire Mode) | C |
Vehicle 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Accelerate | W |
| Reverse | S |
| Vehicle Boost | Shift |
| Exit Vehicle | E |
| E-Brake | Space |
| Swap Seats | Q |
| Vehicle Horn | F |
Equipment 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Equip Weapon 1 | 1 |
| Equip Weapon 2 | 2 |
| Equip Weapon 3 | 3 |
| Equip Weapon 4 | 4 |
| Next Weapon | Wheel ↓ |
| Previous Weapon | Wheel ↑ |
Interaction 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Primary Use / Interact | E |
| Mark Target | X |
| Secondary Use | Q |
| Previous Tracked Mission | [ |
| Next Tracked Mission | ] |
Social 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Photo Mode | P |
| Emote 1 | UP |
| Emote 2 | DOWN |
| Emote 3 | LEFT |
| Emote 4 | RIGHT |
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27 shortcuts
Interface 2
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Character Menu | ViewShareView− |
| Pause Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
Movement 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Move Backward | L-Stick |
| Strafe Left | L-Stick |
| Strafe Right | L-Stick |
| Jump | A✕AB |
| Sprint | LSL3L3LS |
| Crouch / Slide / Ground Slam | B●BA |
Combat 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Fire Weapon | RTR2R2ZR |
| Aim Down Sights | LTL2L2ZL |
| Reload | X■XY |
| Action Skill | LBL1L1L |
| Melee | RSR3R3RS |
| Throw Grenade | RBR1R1R |
| Weapon Mode (Toggle Fire Mode) | D-Pad ↓ |
Vehicle 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Accelerate | L-Stick |
| Reverse | L-Stick |
| Vehicle Boost | LBL1L1L |
| Exit Vehicle | B●BA |
| Swap Seats | Y▲YX |
Equipment 1
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Next Weapon | Y▲YX |
Interaction 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSwitchSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Primary Use / Interact | X■XY |
| Mark Target | D-Pad ↑ |
| Secondary Use | Y▲YX |
| Previous Tracked Mission | D-Pad ← |
| Next Tracked Mission | D-Pad → |
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Borderlands 3 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Borderlands 3?
- Borderlands 3, a shooter game, uses 45 default keybinds across 7 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Borderlands 3 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Borderlands 3's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Borderlands 3 support a controller?
- Yes — Borderlands 3 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 Borderlands 3 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Borderlands 3 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 Borderlands 3 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Borderlands 3 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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