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Borderlands 4 Keyboard & Controller Controls
A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Borderlands 4 on PC. Learn the default keybindings for movement, gunplay, action skills, weapon swapping, vehicles, and the ECHO menu so you can loot and shoot across Kairos with confidence.
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All Borderlands 4 controls
40 default keybinds across 7 categories. Most can be reassigned in Borderlands 4's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck buttons side by side.
+ 1 more control in the table below
+ 1 more control in the table below
40 shortcuts
Equipment 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Equip Gun 1 | 1 |
| Equip Gun 2 | 2 |
| Equip Gun 3 | 3 |
| Equip Gun 4 | 4 |
| Previous Gun | Wheel ↑ |
| Next Gun | Wheel ↓ |
| Gun Wheel (hold) | MMB |
| Drop Gun | End |
Movement 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Back | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Jump / Glide | Space |
| Sprint / Dash | Shift |
| Crouch / Slide / Ground Slam | Ctrl |
Combat 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire Gun | LMB |
| Aim Down Sights | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Melee / Grapple | V |
| Change Gun Mode | C |
| Give Up (Fight for your Life) | E |
Interaction 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Primary Use / Interact | E |
| Ping / Mark | MMB |
| Secondary Use | Q |
| Take as Junk | Q |
| ECHO Location | Z |
| Push to Talk | Caps Lock |
Interface 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open ECHO Menu | Tab |
| Open Inventory | I |
| Open Map | M |
| Open Mission Log | J |
| Open Skills | K |
Vehicle 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Summon / Stow Vehicle | X |
| Exit Vehicle | E |
| Vehicle Boost | Shift |
| Vehicle Jump / Powerslide | Space |
| Vehicle Horn | F |
Action Skills 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Action Skill | F |
| Use Ordnance (Grenade) | G |
| Repkit (Heal) | T |
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29 shortcuts
Equipment 2
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Previous Gun | Y▲Y |
| Gun Wheel (hold) | Y▲Y |
Movement 7
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Move Back | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Jump / Glide | A✕A |
| Sprint / Dash | LSL3L3 |
| Crouch / Slide / Ground Slam | B●B |
Combat 6
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Fire Gun | RTR2R2 |
| Aim Down Sights | LTL2L2 |
| Reload | X■X |
| Melee / Grapple | RSR3R3 |
| Change Gun Mode | D-Pad ↓ |
| Give Up (Fight for your Life) | X■X |
Interaction 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Primary Use / Interact | X■X |
| Ping / Mark | D-Pad ↑ |
| Secondary Use | Y▲Y |
| Take as Junk | D-Pad ↓ |
| ECHO Location | D-Pad ↑ |
Interface 1
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Open ECHO Menu | ViewShareView |
Vehicle 5
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Summon / Stow Vehicle | D-Pad → |
| Exit Vehicle | B●B |
| Vehicle Boost | LBL1L1 |
| Vehicle Jump / Powerslide | RBR1R1 |
| Vehicle Horn | LSL3L3 |
Action Skills 3
| Action | XboxPlayStationSteam Deck |
|---|---|
| Action Skill | LBL1L1 |
| Use Ordnance (Grenade) | RBR1R1 |
| Repkit (Heal) | D-Pad ← |
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Borderlands 4 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Borderlands 4?
- Borderlands 4, a shooter game, uses 40 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 4 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Borderlands 4's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Borderlands 4 support a controller?
- Yes — Borderlands 4 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 Borderlands 4 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Borderlands 4 also released on Xbox and PlayStation, and this page carries those controller bindings too. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Borderlands 4 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Borderlands 4 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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