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The Elder Scrolls Online Keyboard & Controller Controls
RPG games →Default PC keyboard and mouse controls for The Elder Scrolls Online. Covers movement, combat and abilities, targeting, the main UI windows, social menus, and handy extras to get you adventuring across Tamriel faster.
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All The Elder Scrolls Online controls
43 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in The Elder Scrolls Online's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
+ 2 more controls in the table below
+ 2 more controls in the table below
Combat 14
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Light Attack | LMB |
| Block (hold) | RMB |
| Heavy Attack (hold) | LMB |
| Ability 1 | 1 |
| Ultimate Ability | R |
| Bash / Interrupt | RMBLMB |
| Break Free | RMBLMB |
| Ability 2 | 2 |
| Ability 3 | 3 |
| Ability 4 | 4 |
| Ability 5 | 5 |
| Swap Weapons | ` |
| Use Quickslot Item | Q |
| Ready / Sheathe Weapon | Z |
Movement 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Back | S |
| Move Right | D |
| Sprint (hold) | Shift |
| Jump | Space |
| Sneak / Crouch | Ctrl |
| Summon / Dismiss Mount | H |
| Auto Run | NUMLOCK |
UI/Windows 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Inventory | I |
| Character | C |
| Skills | K |
| Map | M |
| Quest Journal | J |
| Collections | U |
| Menu / Settings | Esc |
| Champion System | = |
| Open Last-Used Window | Alt |
Social 5
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Group | P |
| Guilds | G |
| Social Menu | O |
| Start Chat | Enter |
| Respond to Player | F |
Targeting 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Interact | E |
| Synergy | X |
| Cycle Target | Tab |
Misc 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle 1st / 3rd Person | V |
| Zoom Camera In / Out | SCROLL |
| Help | F1 |
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Combat 13
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Light Attack | RTR2R2ZR |
| Block (hold) | LTL2L2ZL |
| Heavy Attack (hold) | RTR2R2ZR |
| Ability 1 | X■XY |
| Ultimate Ability | LBL1L1LRBR1R1R |
| Bash / Interrupt | LTL2L2ZLRTR2R2ZR |
| Break Free | LTL2L2ZLRTR2R2ZR |
| Ability 2 | Y▲YX |
| Ability 3 | B●BA |
| Ability 4 | LBL1L1L |
| Ability 5 | RBR1R1R |
| Swap Weapons | D-Pad ← |
| Use Quickslot Item | D-Pad ↑ |
Movement 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Jump | A✕AB |
| Sneak / Crouch | RSR3R3RS |
| Summon / Dismiss Mount | ViewShareView− |
UI/Windows 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Inventory | MenuOptionsMenu+ |
| Map | ViewShareView− |
Targeting 2
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Interact | A✕AB |
| Synergy | Y▲YXB●BA |
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The Elder Scrolls Online controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for The Elder Scrolls Online?
- The Elder Scrolls Online, a rpg game, uses 43 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 The Elder Scrolls Online controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from The Elder Scrolls Online's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does The Elder Scrolls Online support a controller?
- Yes — The Elder Scrolls Online 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 The Elder Scrolls Online controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Mac. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official The Elder Scrolls Online resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Elder Scrolls Online or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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