All Key Bindings in Planet Zoo (PC): The Ultimate Hotkey Cheat Sheet
- DeLadysigner
- Jun 22
- 2 min read
If you're anything like me, you’re constantly switching between scenery items, rotating objects, tweaking terrain, and building the perfect zoo in Planet Zoo. To help you streamline your creative process, here's a full list of keyboard shortcuts and hotkeys you can use in the game — whether you're a beginner or a seasoned zoo designer. 🦓🎮
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Key(s) | Function |
W, A, S, D | Pan Camera |
Q, E | Raise / Lower Camera |
ESC | Cancel / Close |
SHIFT | Increase Free Cam Speed |
Page Up / Down | Zoom Camera In / Out |
Home | Reset Camera |
T | Toggle Free Camera |
L | Camera Torch (for night building!) |
R | Enter Group Edit Mode |
G | Show / Hide UI |
O | Change Simulation Speed |
P | Pause Game |
Delete | Delete Selected Object |
CTRL + Z | Undo |
CTRL + Y | Redo |
CTRL + X | Duplicate (Advanced Move with Gizmo) |
CTRL + D | Duplicate Selection (Grid) |
M | Move Selected Object |
Z | Rotate 90° |
Hold Z | Free Rotate |
H | Toggle Heatmap View |
I | Multi-Select Tool |
F | Toggle Position Snap |
V | Toggle Align to Surface |
K | Toggle Flatten Terrain |
Space | Toggle Angle Snap |
U / J | Raise / Lower Path |
X (in Paths) | Toggle Path T-Junction |
- / = | Decrease / Increase Terrain Length / Intensity |
[ / ] | Decrease / Increase Brush Width |
N | Align to Grid (Enter/Exit) |
B | Toggle Align to Placement |
V (in Paths) | Toggle Curved Slopes |
🗂️ Menu Shortcuts
Key | Opens |
F1 | Control Help |
F2 | Exhibit Trading |
F5 | Save Menu |
F9 | Load Menu |
1 | Zoo Management |
2 | Animal Trading |
3 | Barriers Menu |
4 | Habitat Items |
5 | Nature Tab |
6 | Facilities |
7 | Construction |
8 | Blueprints |
9 | Paths |
0 | Terrain Tools |
🎛️ Bonus Tip: Use a StreamDeck
If you’re lucky enough to have an Elgato StreamDeck, there’s a downloadable Planet Zoo Icon Pack that allows you to trigger these shortcuts with a single tap. It’s perfect for streamers or power users who want maximum efficiency.
❤️ Enjoy Your Builds!
These shortcuts are life-saving once you’ve memorized them. Print this list, keep it next to your desk, or integrate it into your build workflow for faster and more satisfying zoo creation.
Got a favorite hotkey that you use all the time? Let me know in the comments!
🔧 Looking for More Planet Zoo Tips? Check These Out:
🥇 Top 10 Building Tips & Tricks – Part 1
Learn how to master duplication tools, use the mud pillar technique for circular builds, and optimize your path layouts like a pro. 👉 Read Part 1 here
🥈 Top 10 Building Tips & Tricks – Part 2
Take your building skills further with advanced tricks: vista points, shallow water techniques, collision settings, and perfect gizmo alignment.👉 Read Part 2 here
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