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Windows · 28 default keybinds
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) Keyboard Controls
Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games' 2011 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, taken from Activision's own Windows manual. Covers movement and stance, weapon handling, lethal and tactical grenades, pointstreak activation, and the multiplayer chat and vote keys.
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All Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) keyboard controls
28 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)'s control settings.
28 shortcuts
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Sprint / Hold Breath | Shift |
| Move Back | S |
| Strafe Left | A |
| Strafe Right | D |
| Stand / Jump | Space |
| Crouch | C |
| Prone | Ctrl |
Combat 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire Weapon | LMB |
| Aim Down Sight (ADS) | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Switch Weapon | 1 |
| Use / Interact | F |
| Melee Attack | E |
| Switch Weapon (alternate) | 2 |
| Attachments | 3 |
Communication 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Text Chat | T |
| Team Chat | Y |
| Voice Chat (push to talk) | Z |
| Vote Yes | F1 |
| Vote No | F2 |
Equipment 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Throw Lethal Grenade | G |
| Throw Tactical Grenade | Q |
| Use Pointstreak | 4 |
| Throw Lethal Grenade (alternate) | MMB |
Interface 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Objectives / Pause Menu | Esc |
| Show Score / Objectives | Tab |
| Screenshot | F12 |
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)?
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011), a shooter game, uses 28 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)'s in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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