Tarkov has a complex control scheme, but mastering it is crucial. Here are some vital keybinds:
| Action | Default Key | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Move Forward/Backward | W/S | Standard movement. |
| Strafe Left/Right | A/D | Standard movement. |
| Lean Left/Right | Q/E | Crucial for peeking corners safely. |
| Crouch | C | Toggle crouch. Hold C and scroll mouse wheel for different crouch heights. |
| Prone | X | Go prone. |
| Walk/Run Toggle | Caps Lock | Toggle between walking and running. |
| Slow Walk | Scroll Wheel Up/Down | Adjust walk speed for stealth. |
| Inspect Weapon | L | Check weapon condition and chamber. |
| Check Magazine | Alt + T | See approximate rounds remaining. |
| Reload | R | Standard reload. Double tap R for tactical reload (drops current mag). |
| Heal | 4-9 (Hotbar) | Assign medical items to hotbar slots. |
| Check Time/Extracts | O (Double Tap) | Shows remaining raid time and available extraction points. |
| Free Look | Alt | Look around without moving your body. |
| Inventory | Tab | Open your inventory. |
| Map | M | Open map (if you have one equipped). |
Go into an offline raid to practice these controls without the pressure of other players.