Keybindings and Keyboard Shortcuts for DayZ
Summarized key assignments and keyboard shortcuts for operating the keyboard in the zombie survival & battle royale FPS DayZ.
Posted at: 2025.9.10
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Basic Controls
DayZ is an FPS, so the key assignments are mostly the same as WASD and typical FPS controls. There are a few special keys, so make sure to learn those well.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Lean Left | Q |
| Lean Right | E |
| Walk/Jog Toggle | Left Ctrl (double-tap to toggle) |
| Sprint | Left Shift (Hold) |
| Jump/Vault | Space |
| Crouch | C |
| Prone | C (Hold) |
| Use/Action | F / Left Click |
| Pick Up/Throw Item | G (Tap/Hold) |
| Toggle Inventory | Tab |
| Toggle Hotbar | Q |
| Free Look | Left Alt (double-tap to toggle) |
| Switch View (1st/3rd) | V / Enter |
| Zoom In | Mouse Wheel Up |
| Zoom Out | Mouse Wheel Down |
| Fire/ melee attack | Left Click |
| Aim (Raise Weapon) | Right Click |
| Heavy Attack | F |
| Toggle Fire Mode | X |
| Reload/Chamber | R |
| Zeroing (Up/Down) | Page Up / Page Down |
| Hold Breath | Left Ctrl (Hold) |
| Flashlight/Headlamp | L |
Chat
Next are the chat-related key assignments. These are handy to memorize for quick access when cooperating in multiplayer.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Enter Chat | / |
| Voice Chat | Caps Lock (Hold/double-tap to toggle) |
| Hotkey Slots | 1–0 |