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FH6 Controls - Keyboard & Controller Setup for Forza Horizon 6

Published: May 7, 2026 ยท Last updated: August 8, 2026 ยท 6 min read

Master the controls in Forza Horizon 6! Whether you prefer keyboard or controller, this guide covers all key bindings and customization options.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip:Go to Settings > Controls to adjust steering sensitivity and dead zones. Everyone's playstyle is different - customize until it feels right!

Keyboard Controls (PC)

WAccelerate
Driving
SBrake / Reverse
Driving
ASteer Left
Driving
DSteer Right
Driving
SpaceHandbrake
Driving
ShiftClutch (Manual)
Driving
MOpen Map
Navigation
TabPause / Menu
Navigation
EInteract / Enter
General
FHeadlights / Flashlights
General
RRewind (Slow Motion)
Driving
THorn
General
GE-Brake (Drift)
Driving
VCamera View Cycle
Camera
NNitrous / Boost
Driving
1-5Quick Select Car
Garage
KToggle ABS
Assists
LToggle TCS
Assists
PPhoto Mode
Camera
EscPause Menu
Navigation

Controller Layout (Xbox / PlayStation)

RT / R2Accelerate
Driving
LT / L2Brake
Driving
Left StickSteer / Look
Driving
A / XAccelerate (Alt) / Select
Driving
B / CircleHandbrake / Back
Driving
X / SquareClutch / Gear Down
Driving
Y / TriangleCamera View / Gear Up
Camera
View / TouchpadOpen Map
Navigation
Menu / OptionsPause Menu
Navigation
LB / L1Look Behind
Camera
RB / R1Nitrous Boost
Driving
D-Pad UpQuick Travel
Navigation
D-Pad DownToggle Hood Camera
Camera
D-Pad LeftPrevious Car
Garage
D-Pad RightNext Car
Garage

Steering Wheel Controls

FH6 supports major steering wheel brands including Logitech, Thrustmaster, and Fanatec. Connect via USB and configure in Settings.

Accelerator Pedalโ†’ Gas / Throttle
Brake Pedalโ†’ Brake
Clutch Pedal (Optional)โ†’ Clutch (Manual)
Steering Wheelโ†’ Steer Left/Right
Wheel Buttonsโ†’ Various actions (customizable)
Shifterโ†’ Gear Up/Down (Manual)
Pedalsโ†’ Accelerate / Brake

Best Control Settings for Different Skill Levels

Beginner

Auto Transmission, Normal Steering, Medium Sensitivity, Braking Assist ON

Intermediate

Manual / Sequential, Normal Steering, High Sensitivity, No Assists

Advanced

Manual (H-Pattern), Simulation Steering, Custom Dead Zones, No Assists

Steering Wheel

Rotation: 900ยฐ, Force Feedback: 50%, Spring Strength: 40%

How to Customize Controls

  1. Go to Settings from the pause menu
  2. Select Controls & Input
  3. Choose Customize Controls
  4. Select the action you want to rebind
  5. Press the new key/button you want to assign
  6. Save and exit when done

Note: Controller button labels shown as Xbox format (A/B/X/Y) with PlayStation (X/O/Square/Triangle) equivalents.

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