Complete Guide to "SQUAD" Keyboard Controls and Shortcuts
A comprehensive guide to the PC version of the large-scale realism-focused multiplayer FPS "SQUAD". This article covers essential keyboard settings, efficient key bindings, and must-know shortcuts for both beginners and advanced players.
Posted at: 2025.9.22
Table Of Contents
Basic Controls
Since SQUAD is an FPS, the basic controls are centered around the standard WASD movement common to most FPS games. There are few unusual quirks, so FPS players will be able to smoothly adapt to keyboard and mouse operations.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Right | D |
| Lean Left | Q |
| Toggle Vehicle Main Gun Zoom | Q |
| Lean Right | E |
| Use / Enter / Exit Vehicle | F |
| Reload | R |
| Menu | T |
| Sprint / Focus Aim | Shift |
| Prone | Z |
| Map Zoom | N |
| Open Map | M |
| Crouch (Hold) | Ctrl |
| Walk (Hold) | CapsLock |
| Jump / Vault | Space |
| Weapon Hotkeys | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,0 |
Communication
Communication features, essential for acting strategically in multiplayer, are very well-developed, fitting for a realism-oriented tactical FPS.
When engaging in actual combat with your team, detailed communication can often be necessary, so it is good to memorize these. As indicated by the numpad assignments, preparing a dedicated left-hand keyboard can further improve communication efficiency.
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Show Spawn Screen | Enter |
| Show Scoreboard | Tab |
| Command Voice Chat | G |
| All Chat | J |
| Team Chat | K |
| Squad Chat | L |
| Local Voice Chat | V |
| Squad Voice Chat | B |
| Squad Leader Chat (1-9) | KEYPAD1-9 |