Dwarf | Fortress Keybinds

For over a decade, Dwarf Fortress was famous (or infamous) for being played entirely on a keyboard.

Reviewers and long-time players often debate the efficiency of the new system. Dwarf Fortress Keybinds

“...this game has, hands down, one of the worst gui i have ever experienced.the hotkeys are usaully pretty responsive, but the convention was tricky to get on to...” Reddit · r/dwarffortress · 3 years ago For over a decade, Dwarf Fortress was famous

“Using the mouse is inherently more time and energy consuming than using the keyboard... there are no keybinds to select a door as the item to make in a carpenter's workshop.” Reddit · r/dwarffortress · 3 years ago Optimization Tips Dwarf Fortress - Quick Tutorial - Location Hotkeys there are no keybinds to select a door

Whether you are a new player or a returning veteran, certain keybinds are essential for navigating the complex UI: