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What are the WASD keys?

When looking at gaming PCs and gaming keyboards, the term "WASD keys" sometimes comes up. Let's take a look at what the "WASD keys" are and how they differ as a keyboard.

Modified at: 2024.10.7Posted at: 2022.6.29

Table Of Contents

  1. Keys used for movement in FPS games
  2. What kind of keyboards market "WASD keys?"
  3. Decorating the "WASD Keys" is also a way to have fun.
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Keys used for movement in FPS games

The WASD key is the key used for movement in FPS games.

In FSP games, the game is often controlled with a keyboard instead of a standard game controller, and the major commands used in such games are set as follows.

  1. W -> Forward 1.A -> Left 1.S -> Back 1.D -> to right

These keys are called "WASD keys" after their names.

You may be thinking, "Why would you dare to use those confusing keys when your keyboard has arrow keys?" In the case of FPS games, the arrow keys, which are supposed to be operated with the right hand, cannot be used because most attacks are performed with the right-hand mouse, so the WASD keys, which are closer to the center position of the left hand, are used.

Some people change the game setting to the ESDF key (position shifted one WASD key to the right), which is more suitable for the center position.

What kind of keyboards market "WASD keys?"

Mainly in gaming PCs, there are models with WASD keys in a different color or with a different lighting setting, with the following aims

  1. to increase the visibility of the WASD keys
  2. to characterize it as being for gaming use

However, even if the gaming PC or keyboard you are about to purchase has a description regarding "WASD keys," it does not mean that it has a special feature.

Basically, they are "just easier to see" and do not affect the comfort and gaming functionality of the keyboard itself, but since these keys are often used in FPS, it can be a plus to increase their visibility.

Decorating the "WASD Keys" is also a way to have fun.

On the other hand, there is also a way to enjoy customizing only the WASD keys on a keyboard of your choice.

Since the WASD keys are used all the time in FPS games, there are cases where the keys are made of metal to change the key touch, or they are made in a harsh color to increase their visibility.

Many people who play PC games, such as FPS games, seek a keyboard that responds more comfortably and quickly and a keyboard that is comfortable to type on, so customizing the "WASD keys" can be said to be a type of such attention.

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