League of Legends Keyboard Shortcuts and Controls

League of Legends is faster and easier to control when the most common actions are within reach. The list below covers the classic default PC keybindings. If a shortcut does not work as shown, open Esc > Hotkeys during a match and check the current binding: keys can be remapped, and alternative control schemes may be available or rolling out in some modes.

Core movement and combat controls

Key or input	Default action
Right-click	Move to the selected point or basic-attack the selected target.
Q, W, E, R	Use the champion's abilities. R is normally the ultimate ability.
Ctrl + Q/W/E/R	Spend an available skill point on that ability.
D, F	Use the two equipped Summoner Spells.
A, then left-click	Attack-move toward the selected point, attacking a valid target encountered on the way.
S	Stop the current movement or attack command.

Quick Cast, Quick Cast With Indicator, self-cast modifiers, and Attack Move on Cursor are configurable. Check the Hotkeys menu rather than assuming another player's setup matches yours.

Items, recall, and the shop

Key	Default action
1�7	Activate the item assigned to that slot when the item has an active effect.
B	Begin Recall. Moving, taking certain actions, or being interrupted cancels the channel.
P	Open the shop interface. You still need to be within shopping range to buy or sell.

Camera and information shortcuts

Key	Default action
Space	Hold to center the camera on your champion.
Y	Toggle camera lock. An unlocked camera provides a wider view of fights and objectives.
F1	Center on your champion.
F2�F5	Center the camera on allied champions in their displayed team order.
Tab	Hold or toggle the scoreboard, depending on the configured setting.
C	Show expanded champion statistics.
Ctrl + F	Toggle the FPS and network-latency display.
Arrow keys	Pan the camera when the camera is unlocked.

Pings, chat, and menus

Key	Default action
G	Start a standard ping or open the ping wheel when combined with mouse movement.
V	Start a caution/retreat ping on the classic layout.
Enter	Open team chat and send the typed message.
Shift + Enter	Open all chat when it is available and enabled.
Esc	Open the in-game options menu or close the current panel.
F12 or Print Screen	Capture a screenshot, depending on the client and operating-system settings.

Three settings worth adjusting

Attack Move on Cursor

This setting selects a target near the cursor instead of near the champion when an attack-move command is issued. Test both behaviors in Practice Tool; marksmen often prefer the cursor-based option for kiting.

Quick Cast

Quick Cast activates an ability as soon as its key is pressed, while Quick Cast With Indicator lets you preview range before release. Use the indicator while learning a champion, then decide whether speed or extra aiming feedback matters more.

Camera control

A locked camera is comfortable for beginners, but it limits information away from the champion. Practice holding Space to recenter an unlocked camera and using F2�F5 to check teammates. Better camera habits also support the map awareness needed in ranked play.

Riot's official League of Legends beginner guide confirms the standard Q/W/E/R ability and D/F Summoner Spell layout. For every other action, the in-game Hotkeys page is the final reference because patches and personal presets can change the assignment.