Fallout 76 Keyboard & Controller Controls
RPG games →A reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Fallout 76 on PC. Covers movement, combat, V.A.T.S., the Pip-Boy, C.A.M.P. building, and emotes so you can survive Appalachia with confidence.
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All Fallout 76 controls
29 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Fallout 76'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
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Strafe Left | A |
| Strafe Right | D |
| Sprint | Shift |
| Jump | Space |
| Sneak / Crouch | Ctrl |
| Toggle Always Run | CAPSLOCK |
Pip-Boy 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Pip-Boy | Tab |
| Open Favorites Menu | F |
| Pip-Boy Quick Inventory | I |
| Pip-Boy Quick Map | M |
| Pip-Boy Quick Stats | K |
| Pip-Boy Quick Data | J |
| Pip-Boy Quick Radio | O |
Combat 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Attack / Fire Weapon | LMB |
| V.A.T.S. | Q |
| Aim / Block | RMB |
| Draw / Reload Weapon | R |
| Melee / Power Attack / Grenade (hold) | Alt |
| Holster Weapon (hold) | R |
Misc 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Activate / Interact | E |
| Look / Camera | Mouse |
| Pause / Menu | Esc |
| Toggle View (1st / 3rd Person) | V |
| Wait (while seated) | T |
C.A.M.P. 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Enter C.A.M.P. Build Mode (hold) | V |
| Place C.A.M.P. | Z |
Social 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Emote Wheel (hold) | G |
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Movement 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Sprint | LSL3L3LS |
| Jump | Y▲YX |
| Sneak / Crouch | RSR3R3RS |
Pip-Boy 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Open Pip-Boy | B●BA |
| Pip-Boy Quick Map | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
Combat 5
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Attack / Fire Weapon | RTR2R2ZR |
| V.A.T.S. | LBL1L1L |
| Aim / Block | LTL2L2ZL |
| Draw / Reload Weapon | X■XY |
| Melee / Power Attack / Grenade (hold) | RBR1R1R |
Misc 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Activate / Interact | A✕AB |
| Look / Camera | R-Stick |
| Pause / Menu | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
| Toggle View (1st / 3rd Person) | ViewShareView− |
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Fallout 76 controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Fallout 76?
- Fallout 76, a rpg game, uses 29 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 Fallout 76 controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Fallout 76's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Fallout 76 support a controller?
- Yes — Fallout 76 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 Fallout 76 controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Fallout 76 resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fallout 76 or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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