
A Complete Guide to Keyboard Key Bindings and Shortcuts for "Farming Simulator 25"
A comprehensive roundup of the official keyboard shortcuts for the farm management simulator "Farming Simulator 25." From basic controls to vehicle handling, attachment control, and light/gearbox operations, this guide details key mappings needed for efficient farm work.
Posted at: 2025.10.14
Avatar Controls
Avatar controls in Farming Simulator 25 are essentially the same as an FPS, with WASD movement plus sprinting, jumping, and crouching on foot. With the unique key bindings, “Flashlight On/Off,” “Camera Controls,” and “Enter/Exit Vehicle” are used frequently, so getting used to them early will make your operation smoother.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Sprint | Left Shift + W/A/S/D |
| Look Switch | Arrow Keys |
| Jump | Space |
| Crouch | Ctrl |
| Flashlight On/Off | F |
| Use Object | R |
| Switch Camera | C |
| Camera Zoom In | Page Up / Mouse Wheel Up |
| Camera Zoom Out | Page Down / Mouse Wheel Down |
| Activate/Select Hand Tool 1 | X / Left Click / 1 |
| Select Hand Tool 2 | 2 |
| Enter/Exit Vehicle | E |
Vehicle Controls
Since you’ll spend a lot of time in vehicles in Farming Simulator, make sure to master the basics. The fundamentals are the same WASD as for the avatar, but there are many unique actions like starting the engine and cruise control; there aren’t many to learn, but these are essential to memorize.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Engine Start/Stop | Enter |
| Accelerate | W |
| Brake | S |
| Turn Left | A |
| Turn Right | D |
| Horn | O |
| Toggle Cruise Control | 3 |
| Increase Cruise Speed | 2 |
| Decrease Cruise Speed | 1 |
| Next Vehicle | Tab |
| Previous Vehicle | Shift + Tab |
| Change Direction (Reset Steering) | Space |
| Assign Worker | H |
| Select Tipping Side | U |
| Slide Pipe Out | O |
| Raise/Lower Tool | Ctrl + V |
| Unload Cargo in Restricted Area | Ctrl + I |
Attachment Controls
Attachment operation is essential work in Farming Simulator, so be sure to learn these bindings. From attaching/detaching with Q to raising/lowering and toggling on/off with V/B, these shortcuts are must-haves for efficient tasks; when using multiple attachments, selecting with G and combining with Ctrl enables batch operations to greatly reduce work time.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Attach/Detach | Q |
| Detach (Separate) | Ctrl + Q |
| Select Next Attachment | G |
| Select Previous Attachment | Shift + G |
| Toggle On/Off | B |
| Lower/Raise | V |
| Lower/Raise All Attachments | Ctrl + V |
| Toggle On/Off All Attachments | Ctrl + B |
| Fold All Attachments | Ctrl + X |
| Special Function 1–4 | B / X / Y / Z |
| Special Vehicle Function | C |
Work Operations
These are the operations directly tied to actual farm work. Because they’re used frequently—starting AI helpers, unloading harvests, changing seed types—these are worth memorizing; AI Helper (H key) is indispensable for automation and is helpful when managing multiple fields simultaneously, and pipe switching and cover open/close are also directly linked to efficiency.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| AI Helper | H |
| Unload | I |
| Unload to Ground | Ctrl + I |
| Switch Pipe | O |
| Open/Close Cover | N |
| Toggle Discharge Location | U |
| Toggle Straw Swath | , (Comma) |
| Change Seed | Y |
| Change Seed (Reverse) | Shift + Y |
| Tension Belts / Change Bale Size | L |
| Operate Conveyor/Transport Line | T |
Front Loader / Crane Controls
Front loader and crane controls are assigned to combinations on the right-side J/K/N/M keys of the keyboard. Mastering this enables fine control, and combining with the Shift key lets you control the second arm and telescoping functions, allowing very precise work once you get used to it.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Arm Up/Down / Drag | J / N + Left Click + Drag Up/Down |
| Arm Extend/Retract / Drag | Shift + J / Shift + N + Right Click + Drag Up/Down |
| Attachment Up/Down / Drag Left/Right | K / M + Left Click + Drag Left/Right |
| Attachment Open/Close / Drag Left/Right | Shift + K / Shift + M + Right Click + Drag Left/Right |
| Crane Rotate Left/Right / Drag | K / M + Left Click + Drag Left/Right |
| Crane Arm 2 Up/Down / Drag | Shift + J / Shift + N + Right Click + Drag Up/Down |
Light Controls
Light controls for ensuring visibility during night work or in dark places are relatively easy to learn: F toggles the basic lights, and the numpad lets you control work lights and turn signals individually.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle Lights (3 Modes) | F |
| Toggle Lights (Reverse Order) | Shift + F |
| Toggle External Lights | Alt + F |
| Beacon | Home |
| Left Turn Signal | Num 1 |
| Hazard Lights | Num 2 |
| Right Turn Signal | Num 3 |
| Front Work Lights | Num 5 |
| Rear Work Lights | Num 6 |
| High Beams | Ctrl + F |
Gearbox Controls
These are gearbox controls when using a manual transmission vehicle. Shift individual gears with Numpad Plus/Minus and switch gear groups with Num7/9.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Shift |
| Gear Up | Num + |
| Gear Down | Num - |
| Group Up | Num 9 |
| Group Down | Num 7 |
Radio Controls
These are radio controls that enhance the mood during farm work. The number keys 4/5/6 make operation easy so you can relax and work while listening to your favorite music.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| On/Off | 5 |
| Next Station | 6 |
| Previous Station | 4 |
System
Finally, here are the key bindings for basic system operations. Accessing the map (0 key) and the shop (P key), adjusting the time scale (7/8 keys), and the Help menu (F1), which shows currently available operations, are convenient when you’re unsure.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Menu | Esc |
| Show Map | 0 (Zero) |
| Shop | P |
| Construction Mode | Shift + P |
| Help Menu | F1 |
| Enable/Toggle Minimap | 9 |
| Pause | Pause |
| Time Scale Up | 8 |
| Time Scale Down | 7 |
| Chat | T |
| Screenshot | PrintScreen |