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Windows · 23 default keybinds
PAYDAY: The Heist Keyboard Controls
The first PAYDAY puts shouting and interacting on the same key — F — and cycles weapons with the arrow keys rather than the wheel. The rows below are the Gameplay Controls keyboard diagram on page 3 of Overkill's own manual, which prints its keys as drawn key caps rather than text.
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All PAYDAY: The Heist keyboard controls
23 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in PAYDAY: The Heist's control settings.
Movement 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left (Strafe) | A |
| Move Right (Strafe) | D |
| Run | Shift |
| Jump | Space |
| Crouch | Ctrl |
Weapons 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Handgun | 1 |
| Primary Weapon | 2 |
| Secondary Weapon | 3 |
| Deploy Equipment | G |
| Next Weapon | RIGHT |
| Previous Weapon | LEFT |
Combat 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Fire Weapon | LMB |
| Aim Down Sight | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Melee Attack | E |
Heist & Interaction 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Shout / Interact | F |
| Objectives & Reputation Panel | Tab |
Comms 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Chat Message | T |
| Push to Talk | ' |
Menus 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Pause Menu | Esc |
| Continue to Lobby | Enter |
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PAYDAY: The Heist controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for PAYDAY: The Heist?
- PAYDAY: The Heist, a shooter game, uses 23 default keybinds across 6 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap PAYDAY: The Heist controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from PAYDAY: The Heist's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Which platforms do these PAYDAY: The Heist controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official PAYDAY: The Heist resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by PAYDAY: The Heist or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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