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Basic Controls and Camera — Kerbal Space Program Guide
Kerbal Space Program

Basic Controls and Camera — Kerbal Space Program Guide

Learn the essential controls and camera movements in Kerbal Space Program. This guide covers everything you need to navigate the VAB, launchpad, and in-flight with ease.

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Basic Controls and Camera — Kerbal Space Program Guide

Learn the essential controls and camera movements in Kerbal Space Program. This guide covers everything you need to navigate the VAB, launchpad, and in-flight with ease.

This guide will cover the fundamental controls and camera settings necessary for navigating Kerbal Space Program. Mastering these basics is crucial for building, launching, and piloting your spacecraft effectively.

ActionKey/Control
Pitch UpW
Pitch DownS
Yaw LeftA
Yaw RightD
Roll LeftQ
Roll RightE
Throttle UpShift
Throttle DownCtrl
StageSpacebar
SAS (Stability Assist System) ToggleT
Map ViewM
VAB/SPH (Vehicle Assembly Building/Space Plane Hangar)V
Editor FocusF
Camera PanMiddle Mouse Button + Drag
Camera ZoomMouse Wheel
Camera RotateRight Mouse Button + Drag
Camera OrbitLeft Mouse Button + Drag
Camera ResetR
Time Warp1-7 (or X, C, V, B, N, M)

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