Dawn of War Definitive Edition Hotkeys Presets Guide
Dawn of War Definitive Edition keeps the original hotkey layout while improving responsiveness and interface scaling. All keybinds are preset, and there is no in-game remapping yet, so learning the full set of hotkeys is the fastest way to improve speed and efficiency. WASD camera movement is not supported natively, with arrow keys and mouse edge scrolling used instead.
Full Hotkey List
Global Command Hotkeys
Ctrl + P: Ping
Ctrl + E: Toggle ping type
Hold Shift: Queue commands
Pause: Pause game
F10: Pause menu
F11: Objectives menu
F12: Diplomacy menu
Enter: Allied chat
Shift + Enter or Ctrl + Enter: Chat to all
Space: Cycle event queue
Comma: Cycle idle military units
Period: Cycle builders
Ctrl + R: Cycle research
Ctrl + O: Toggle overwatch on or paused
Ctrl + K: Cancel overwatch
Engagement Stance Hotkeys
F1: Hold area
F2: Stand ground
F3: Burn down
F4: Cease fire
F5: Attack
Weapon Stance Hotkeys
F6: Assault stance
F7: Ranged stance
Unit Command Hotkeys
Q: Stop
V: Move
A: Attack move
Z: Melee attack
B: Build
T: Attach or detach
G: Attack ground
Delete: Scuttle
N: Unload
R: Reinforce
L: Leader
E: Repair
Multiple Selection Hotkeys
Ctrl + Tab: Focus on primary selection
Tab: Next primary selection
Shift + Tab: Previous primary selection
Ctrl + Left Click: Remove unit from selection
Camera and Zoom Hotkeys
Arrow Keys: Pan camera
Alt + Mouse Movement: Rotate camera
Mouse Wheel: Zoom in or out
Backspace: Reset camera position
Hotkey Tips
Learn stance keys for faster unit behavior changes without using the mouse.
Use control groups (Ctrl + number) for squads or buildings you need often.
Rotate the camera in maps with vertical terrain to keep units visible.
Maximize efficiency by queuing build and movement commands with Shift.
Final Blurb
Hotkeys in Dawn of War Definitive Edition are identical to the original, with no in-game rebinding yet. Mastering them speeds up gameplay, improves micro, and keeps your attention on the battlefield rather than the UI.
FAQ
Can you rebind hotkeys in-game?
No, key remapping is not available yet.
Does the game support WASD camera movement?
No, it uses arrow keys or edge scrolling.
Are hotkeys different from the original game?
No, they are the same as the original Dawn of War.
Can you use control groups?
Yes, assign them with Ctrl + number keys.
Do stance keys work in multiplayer?
Yes, all hotkeys work the same in multiplayer matches.
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