WASD Menu Controls
newvegas — Mods & Enhancements
WASD Menu Controls by lStewieAl lets you navigate menus with WASD keys and use TAB to go back or close most menus. It's a quality-of-life mod for players who prefer keyboard navigation over mouse clicks. With 1,145 endorsements and nearly 500k downloads, it's a proven favorite.
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Gameplay Effects and Changes
Example
Downloads: 497,366
💡 Notes
By lStewieAl
🎯 Tips & Tricks
If you're using a mod manager, just download and activate—no
If you're using a mod manager, just download and activate—no extra setup needed.
Test TAB in various menus (inventory, map, dialogue) to see
Test TAB in various menus (inventory, map, dialogue) to see which ones it closes.
If you're on a laptop, make sure 'Fn' lock isn't interfering
If you're on a laptop, make sure 'Fn' lock isn't interfering with WASD input.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod conflicts
Check load order. Disable conflicting mods one by one.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing without checking requirements
👍 Pros
- Huge community trust (1,145 endorsements, 497k downloads).
- Simple, focused QoL improvement—no bloat.
- Still updated as of August 2023, so likely works with recent game versions.
👎 Cons
- Only two features—if you wanted more menu shortcuts, this won't deliver.
- No detailed install instructions in the description, so you're on your own if you're new to modding.
- Last updated over a year ago—might break with future game patches.