What are the default controls for L.A. Noire?

L.A. Noire, a action game, uses 34 default keybinds across 4 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap L.A. Noire controls?

Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from L.A. Noire's in-game control or key-binding settings.

Which platforms do these L.A. Noire controls cover?

These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.

Is this an official L.A. Noire resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by L.A. Noire or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Windows · 34 default keybinds

L.A. Noire Keyboard Controls

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All L.A. Noire keyboard controls

34 default keybinds across 4 categories. Most can be reassigned in L.A. Noire's control settings.

Layout

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

↑

←

↓

→

34 shortcuts

On Foot 14

Action	Shortcut
Forwards	`W`
Interact / Attack	`LMB`
Leave Clue / Aim / Raise Fist	`RMB`
Backwards	`S`
Left	`A`
Right	`D`
Run	`Shift`
Talk / Dodge / Block (hold)	`Space`
Reload	`R`
Grapple / Pick Up Found Weapon	`Q`
Enter / Exit Cover	`Ctrl`
Run Toggle	`Caps Lock`
Call Partner	`P`
Drop Found Weapon	`G`

In Vehicle 8

Action	Shortcut
Throttle	`W`
Brake	`S`
Steer Left	`A`
Steer Right	`D`
Handbrake	`Space`
Accept Dispatch Call	`LMB`
Ask for Directions	`F`
Horn	`H`

General 8

Action	Shortcut
Enter / Exit (hold for partner to drive)	`E`
Notebook	`Tab`
Observe Suspect	`Space`
Next Page	`D`
Previous Page	`A`
Change Camera	`V`
Minimap Zoom	`Z`
Skip	`Bksp`

Interrogation 4

Action	Shortcut
Truth	`1`
Doubt	`2`
Lie	`3`
Ask the Community	`A`

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L.A. Noire controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for L.A. Noire?: L.A. Noire, a action game, uses 34 default keybinds across 4 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap L.A. Noire controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from L.A. Noire's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these L.A. Noire controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official L.A. Noire resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by L.A. Noire or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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