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Basic Hero Controls

Basic Hero Controls

Movement

  • Right Click: Move to location / Attack target
  • A + Left Click: Attack move (attack nearest enemy)
  • S: Stop current action
  • H: Hold position

    • Camera

  • Edge Pan: Move mouse to screen edge
  • Middle Mouse: Drag camera
  • F1: Center camera on hero
  • Space: Center camera on hero (hold)

    • Abilities

  • Q, W, E, R: Use abilities (varies by hero)
  • D, F: Extra abilities / Items
  • Alt + Ability: Self-cast

    • Items

  • 1-6: Use items in inventory slots
  • Backpack: 3 extra slots (items have cooldown when moved)

    • Communication

  • Y: Team voice chat
  • Enter: Text chat
  • Alt + Click: Ping / Signal

    • Pro Tips

  • 1Always keep moving - Standing still makes you an easy target
  • 2Use quickcast - Faster ability usage in settings
  • 3Bind items - Put active items on easy keys
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