Knowing Roblox keyboard shortcuts makes you faster at everything—gameplay, chatting, building, and navigating. This guide covers all essential shortcuts for players and developers.
Basic Movement Controls
Default Movement Keys
| Key | Action |
|---|
| W | Move forward |
| A | Move left |
| S | Move backward |
| D | Move right |
| Space | Jump |
| Shift (hold) | Sprint/walk slower (depends on game) |
Alternative Movement
| Key | Action |
|---|
| Arrow Keys | Alternative to WASD |
| Double-tap W | Sprint in some games |
Camera Controls
Mouse Camera
| Action | Control |
|---|
| Look around | Right-click + drag |
| Zoom in | Scroll up |
| Zoom out | Scroll down |
| Reset camera | Click scroll wheel |
Keyboard Camera
| Key | Action |
|---|
| I | Zoom in (alternative) |
| O | Zoom out (alternative) |
Camera Modes
| Key | Action |
|---|
| Shift Lock | Toggle shoulder camera |
| First Person | Zoom all the way in |
To enable Shift Lock:
- Go to Settings (Esc → Settings)
- Find “Shift Lock Switch”
- Toggle On
Chat & Communication
Chat Shortcuts
| Key | Action |
|---|
| / | Open chat quickly |
| Enter | Send message |
| Esc | Close chat |
| Tab | (In chat) Autocomplete username |
Chat Commands
Type these in chat:
| Command | Action |
|---|
/e dance | Dance emote |
/e dance2 | Dance 2 emote |
/e dance3 | Dance 3 emote |
/e wave | Wave emote |
/e point | Point emote |
/e cheer | Cheer emote |
/e laugh | Laugh emote |
/w [username] | Whisper to player |
/team | Team chat only |
/all | Everyone chat |
Quick Emotes
Many games support number keys for emotes:
| Key | Emote |
|---|
| 1-9 | Custom emotes (game-dependent) |
| Key | Action |
|---|
| Esc | Open Roblox menu |
| F9 | Developer console |
| F11 | Fullscreen (Windows) |
| F12 | Screenshot (if enabled) |
Quick Actions
| Key | Action |
|---|
| Tab | Player list/leaderboard |
| ~ (tilde) | Console (if game allows) |
| Backquote | Same as tilde |
Gameplay Shortcuts
Common Game Actions
These vary by game but are often:
| Key | Common Action |
|---|
| E | Interact/use |
| F | Action/ability |
| Q | Secondary action |
| R | Reload (shooters) |
| G | Drop item |
| C | Crouch |
| X | Prone |
| Ctrl | Crouch (alternative) |
| 1-9 | Select inventory slot |
Combat Keys
In fighting/shooter games:
| Key | Common Action |
|---|
| Left Click | Attack/shoot |
| Right Click | Aim/block |
| Space | Jump/dodge |
| Shift | Sprint/dash |
Roblox Studio Shortcuts
Essential Studio Keys
| Key | Action |
|---|
| F5 | Play test |
| F6 | Play test (client and server) |
| F7 | Stop test |
| Ctrl + S | Save |
| Ctrl + Z | Undo |
| Ctrl + Y | Redo |
| Ctrl + C | Copy |
| Ctrl + V | Paste |
| Ctrl + X | Cut |
| Delete | Delete selected |
| Ctrl + D | Duplicate |
View Controls
| Key | Action |
|---|
| F | Focus on selection |
| Alt + click | Orbit camera |
| Right-click + drag | Look around |
| Scroll wheel | Zoom |
| Shift + scroll | Zoom faster |
| Ctrl + 1 | Top view |
| Ctrl + 2 | Bottom view |
| Ctrl + 3 | Front view |
| Ctrl + 4 | Back view |
| Ctrl + 5 | Left view |
| Ctrl + 6 | Right view |
| Key | Action |
|---|
| V | Select tool |
| G | Move tool |
| R | Scale tool |
| T | Rotate tool |
Building Shortcuts
| Key | Action |
|---|
| Ctrl + P | Toggle part insert |
| Ctrl + G | Group selected |
| Ctrl + U | Ungroup |
| Ctrl + L | Toggle collisions |
| Ctrl + Shift + G | Snap to grid toggle |
Script Editor
| Key | Action |
|---|
| Ctrl + / | Comment line |
| Ctrl + Shift + / | Block comment |
| Ctrl + F | Find |
| Ctrl + H | Find and replace |
| Ctrl + G | Go to line |
| F5 (in script) | Run game |
Mobile Controls
For reference, mobile uses touch:
| Touch Action | PC Equivalent |
|---|
| Virtual joystick | WASD |
| Tap | Left click |
| Pinch | Scroll (zoom) |
| Drag (right side) | Mouse look |
| Double tap | Jump |
Controller Support
Xbox/PlayStation Controller
| Button | Action |
|---|
| Left Stick | Move |
| Right Stick | Camera |
| A/X | Jump |
| B/O | Crouch/back |
| X/□ | Interact |
| Y/△ | Inventory |
| LB/L1 | Previous item |
| RB/R1 | Next item |
| LT/L2 | Secondary action |
| RT/R2 | Primary action |
| Start | Menu |
Customizing Controls
In-Game Settings
- Press Esc → Settings
- Find Controls section
- Adjust:
- Camera sensitivity
- Movement mode
- Shift lock toggle
Game-Specific Keybinds
Many games have custom keybind settings:
- Look for Settings or Options in game menu
- Find Keybinds or Controls
- Click a keybind to change it
- Press your preferred key
Third-Party Remapping
For system-level remapping:
- Windows: PowerToys Keyboard Manager
- Mac: System Preferences → Keyboard → Modifier Keys
Pro Tips
Speed Up Chat
- Type
/ to open chat instantly
- Use Tab to autocomplete long usernames
- Press Enter twice: once to open, once to send
Camera Mastery
- Right-click + WASD moves camera while looking
- Shift + scroll zooms faster
- Middle mouse button resets view
Studio Efficiency
- Learn Select (V), Move (G), Scale (R), Rotate (T)
- Use F to focus on objects
- Ctrl + D duplicates faster than copy-paste
- Group (Ctrl + G) objects to move them together
Troubleshooting
Keys Not Working
- Check focus – Click on the game window
- Keyboard language – Switch to English layout
- Game-specific – Some games override default controls
- Browser issues – Try the desktop app
Shift Lock Not Working
- Must be enabled in Settings
- Some games disable it
- Works only in third-person view
Controls Feel Wrong
- Adjust camera sensitivity in Settings
- Try different mouse DPI
- Some games have inverted controls option
FAQ
How do I change my controls in Roblox?
In-game: Esc → Settings → Controls. For specific games, check the game’s settings menu.
What is Shift Lock?
Shift Lock centers your camera behind your character like a third-person shooter. Toggle with Shift key (if enabled).
Can I use a controller on PC Roblox?
Yes! Connect an Xbox or PlayStation controller. Roblox auto-detects it.
How do I take screenshots in Roblox?
Use Windows: Win + Shift + S, or Roblox’s screenshot feature if the game has one.
What does F9 do in Roblox?
Opens the developer console showing debug info, errors, and logs.
Quick Reference Card
Player Controls
WASD / Arrows = Move
Space = Jump
Shift = Sprint/Shift Lock
Esc = Menu
/ = Quick chat
Tab = Leaderboard
Camera
Right-click + drag = Look
Scroll = Zoom
F = Focus (Studio)
Studio
F5 = Play F7 = Stop
V = Select G = Move
R = Scale T = Rotate
Ctrl + S = Save
Ctrl + Z = Undo
Summary
Essential Roblox shortcuts to remember:
- Movement: WASD, Space, Shift
- Camera: Right-click + drag, scroll wheel
- Chat: / to open, Enter to send
- Menu: Esc for settings, Tab for leaderboard
- Studio: F5 play, V/G/R/T for tools
Master these shortcuts and you’ll navigate Roblox like a pro—whether you’re playing games or building them.
Want to learn more about Roblox Studio? Check out our How to Make a Roblox Game guide to start developing!