What are the default controls for Timberborn?

Timberborn, a simulation game, uses 25 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.

Can you remap Timberborn controls?

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

Which platforms do these Timberborn controls cover?

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

Is this an official Timberborn resource?

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

Windows · Linux · 25 default keybinds

Timberborn Keyboard Controls

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A reference to the default PC keyboard and mouse controls for Timberborn, the beaver city-builder by Mechanistry. Covers camera movement and rotation, game speed, building and object tools, and UI panels so you can manage your colony efficiently.

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All Timberborn keyboard controls

Layout

25 default keybinds across 5 categories. Most can be reassigned in Timberborn's control settings.

Esc

F10

F11

F12

⌫ Back

Tab

[

]

Caps

;

Enter ⏎

Shift

Ctrl

Win

Alt

Space

Alt

Win

Ctrl

↑

←

↓

→

+ 3 more controls in the table below

Camera 8

Action	Shortcut
Move Camera	`W`then`A`then`S`then`D`
Rotate Camera Left	`Q`
Rotate Camera Right	`E`
Zoom In	`PgUp`
Zoom Out	`PgDn`
Rotate Camera 90 Left	`Z`
Rotate Camera 90 Right	`C`
Faster Camera Movement	`Shift`

Build/Tools 6

Action	Shortcut
Rotate Object	`R`
Delete	`Del`
Flip Object	`F`
Duplicate	`B`
Pause Building	`P`
Copy Settings	`V`

Game Speed 4

Action	Shortcut
Toggle Pause	`Space`
Normal Speed	`1`
Fast Speed	`2`
Fastest Speed	`3`

UI/Panels 4

Action	Shortcut
Toggle Settlement Panel	`G`
Toggle Storage Overlay	`Tab`
Toggle Water Visibility	`T`
Hide UI	`CtrlH`

Misc 3

Action	Shortcut
Cancel	`Esc`
Confirm	`Enter`
Screenshot	`F11`

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Timberborn controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Timberborn?: Timberborn, a simulation game, uses 25 default keybinds across 5 categories. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
Can you remap Timberborn controls?: Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Timberborn's in-game control or key-binding settings.
Which platforms do these Timberborn controls cover?: These keyboard controls apply on Windows and Linux. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
Is this an official Timberborn resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Timberborn or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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