Learn the essential controls and interface elements of Dota 2. This guide covers everything you need to know to navigate the game effectively and start playing.
This guide provides an overview of the basic controls and interface elements in Dota 2. Understanding these fundamentals is crucial for new players to navigate the game effectively.
| Action | Button |
|---|---|
| Move Camera | Mouse Wheel / WASD |
| Select Hero | Double Click Hero / H |
| Attack Move | A + Left Click |
| Stop | S |
| Hold Position | H |
| Ability 1 | Q |
| Ability 2 | W |
| Ability 3 | E |
| Ultimate Ability | R |
| Item Slot 1 | 1 |
| Item Slot 2 | 2 |
| Item Slot 3 | 3 |
| Item Slot 4 | 4 |
| Item Slot 5 | 5 |
| Item Slot 6 | 6 |
| Courier Control | C |
| Shop | P |
| Scoreboard | Tab |
| Chat | Enter |
| Ping | Alt + Click |
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