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Basic Controls & User Interface — Rust Guide
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Basic Controls & User Interface — Rust Guide

Learn the essential controls and user interface elements in Rust. This guide covers movement, interaction, inventory, and HUD details to help you survive and thrive.

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Basic Controls & User Interface — Rust Guide

Learn the essential controls and user interface elements in Rust. This guide covers movement, interaction, inventory, and HUD details to help you survive and thrive.

This guide covers the basic controls and user interface elements for Rust. Understanding these fundamentals is crucial for navigating the game world, managing your inventory, and interacting with the environment effectively.

ActionKeybind
Move ForwardW
Move BackwardS
Move LeftA
Move RightD
JumpSpacebar
CrouchCtrl
ProneZ
SprintShift
InteractE
InventoryTab
MapM
JournalJ
CraftingQ
AttackLeft Mouse Button
Aim Down SightsRight Mouse Button
ReloadR
Use ItemMiddle Mouse Button
Drop ItemG
Building MenuB
ConsoleF1
ScreenshotF12

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