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Windows · 39 default keybinds
Mount & Blade Keyboard Controls
Mount & Blade is TaleWorlds' 2008 original: a sandbox set in the warring kingdoms of Calradia where you ride, fight and recruit your way from wandering adventurer to warlord. These are the default keyboard and mouse controls listed in Paradox's official manual, from mounted movement and directional melee to the numbered troop groups and F-key orders you give in battle.
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All Mount & Blade keyboard controls
39 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Mount & Blade's control settings.
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39 shortcuts
Battle Orders 15
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Hold This Position | F1 |
| Charge | F3 |
| Select All Troops | 1 |
| Follow Me | F2 |
| Select Archers | 2 |
| Select Infantry | 3 |
| Select Cavalry | 4 |
| Hold Fire / Fire at Will | F5 |
| Dismount / Mount Up | F4 |
| Advance Ten Paces | F6 |
| Fall Back Ten Paces | F7 |
| Add Group to Selection | Ctrl2 |
| Stand Closer | F8 |
| Spread Out | F9 |
| Select Everyone Not in the Current Group | 6 |
Movement 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Walk Forward / Speed Up Horse | W |
| Action (open door, talk, mount / dismount) | F |
| Walk Backward / Slow Down Horse | S |
| Sidestep Left / Turn Horse Left | A |
| Sidestep Right / Turn Horse Right | D |
| Leave Area / Retreat from Battle | Tab |
| Jump (character or horse) | Space |
Combat 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Quick Attack | LMB |
| Defend with Shield or Weapon (hold) | RMB |
| Hold Melee Stroke / Aim Ranged Weapon (hold) | LMB |
| Cycle to Next Weapon | Wheel ↑ |
| Cancel Ranged Aim | RMB |
| Put Away / Take Out Shield | Wheel ↓ |
Menus 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Inventory Window | I |
| Character Window | C |
| Party Window | P |
| Quicksave | F12 |
| Game Menu / Close Window | Esc |
Camera 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Zoom In (hold) | Shift |
| Toggle First / Third Person | R |
| Free Camera Orbit (hold) | ~ |
World Map 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause Time / Cancel Destination | Space |
| Pass Time (hold) | Space |
| Send Item to Other Side | CtrlLMB |
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Mount & Blade controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Mount & Blade?
- Mount & Blade, a rpg game, uses 39 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Mount & Blade controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Mount & Blade's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these Mount & Blade controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Mount & Blade resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mount & Blade or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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