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PowerWash Simulator 2 – Complete PC Key Bindings & Controls Guide
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Learn every default control and keyboard layout for PowerWash Simulator 2. This guide covers both Modern and Classic presets as shown in the in-game settings, helping you choose the best setup for your cleaning style.
Learn every default control and keyboard layout for PowerWash Simulator 2. This guide covers both Modern and Classic presets as shown in the in-game settings, helping you choose the best setup for your cleaning style.
💧 Overview
In PowerWash Simulator 2, controls are split into two presets — Modern and Classic.
The difference lies mainly in washer control (continuous spray vs. hold-to-spray) and nozzle cycling.
You can switch presets anytime:
Settings → Controls → Control Presets → Modern / Classic
🧽 Modern Control Preset
| Action | Key / Button | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Move Forward / Back / Left / Right | W / S / A / D | Standard movement controls |
| Sprint | Left Shift | Move faster (limited duration) |
| Jump | Space | Small hop, useful for repositioning |
| Crouch / Toggle Stance | C | Switch between standing and crouching |
| Toggle Free Aim Mode | V | Lock character movement and aim freely |
| Interact / Pick up / Use | E | Interact with objects |
| Open / Close Game Menu | Esc | Pause or open options |
| Open Task List | Tab | View cleaning objectives |
| Highlight Dirt | Left Alt | Temporarily highlight remaining dirt |
| Cycle Washers | 1 | Switch between available washers |
| Cycle Nozzles | 2 | Change nozzle spray type (wide, medium, narrow) |
| Cycle Extensions | 3 | Attach or remove extension wands |
| Rotate Nozzle / Refill Soap | R | Rotate spray angle or reload detergent |
| Use Washer (Hold) | Left Mouse Button | Spray water while held down |
| Use Washer (Continuous) | Right Mouse Button | Toggle continuous spray on/off |
| Next / Previous Nozzle | Scroll Wheel Up / Down | Cycle nozzles quickly |
| Camera Look | Move Mouse | Look around |
| Spin (Rotate Body) | Q / E | Small side rotations for precision |
🧼 Classic Control Preset
The Classic preset mimics the original PowerWash Simulator 1 controls. It changes how the washer and nozzle behave, emphasizing continuous hold control and manual stance toggling.
| Action | Key / Button | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Move Forward / Back / Left / Right | W / S / A / D | Standard movement |
| Sprint | Left Shift | Move faster |
| Jump | Space | Short jump |
| Toggle Stance (Crouch / Stand) | C | Switch stance |
| Toggle Free Aim Mode | V | Locks movement for precision aiming |
| Interact | E | Use or pick up |
| Open / Close Menu | Esc | Pause / Settings |
| Open Task List | Tab | Objectives |
| Dirt Highlight | Left Alt | Marks uncleaned surfaces |
| Cycle Washers | 1 | Change washer model |
| Cycle Nozzles (Radial Hold) | 2 (Hold) | Radial wheel for nozzle types |
| Cycle Extensions (Radial Hold) | 3 (Hold) | Switch between extension lengths |
| Rotate Nozzle / Refill Soap | R | Change nozzle angle / refill cleaner |
| Use Washer (Hold) | Left Mouse | Spray when held |
| Use Washer (Continuous) | Right Mouse | Toggle spray |
| Next / Previous Nozzle | Scroll Wheel | Cycle nozzles manually |
| Camera Look | Mouse | Adjust view |
| Spin Left / Right | Q / E | Rotate player slightly |
🧩 Control Differences: Modern vs. Classic
| Feature | Modern | Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Washer Control | Continuous toggle (Right Click) | Hold-to-spray |
| Radial Wheel | Available for Nozzles & Extensions | Same |
| Movement Feel | Smoother aim focus | Legacy PW1 layout |
| Free Aim Mode | Toggle key (V) | Toggle key (V) |
| Recommended For | New players | Veterans from PW1 |
🎮 Controller Support (Optional)
If you’re playing with an Xbox or PlayStation controller:
| Action | Button |
|---|---|
| Move | Left Stick |
| Look | Right Stick |
| Sprint | L3 |
| Jump | A / X |
| Free Aim | Right Stick Click (R3) |
| Spray (Hold) | RT / R2 |
| Continuous Spray | LT / L2 |
| Cycle Nozzles | D-Pad Left / Right |
| Change Extensions | D-Pad Up / Down |
| Task List | Back / Touchpad |
| Pause | Menu / Options |
💡 Tip: Controller rumble feedback reacts to nozzle pressure — useful for spotting high-resistance grime.
⚙️ Additional Tips
- Dirt Highlight (Left Alt) only works in daylight or well-lit areas.
- Nozzle Rotation (R) changes the spray orientation from vertical to horizontal.
- Free Aim Mode (V) is crucial for vehicles and low-angle surfaces — you can aim without moving your character.
- Mouse Sensitivity can be tuned under Settings → Controls → Look Sensitivity.
📸 Photo Mode Shortcut
PowerWash Simulator 2 includes a built-in camera tool:
- Press F10 to toggle Photo Mode (if enabled).
- Move the mouse for framing; press Space to capture screenshots.
Screenshots save in:
Documents\PowerWashSimulator2\Screenshots
💬 Quick Reference Summary
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Move | WASD |
| Sprint | Shift |
| Jump | Space |
| Crouch | C |
| Spray | LMB / RMB |
| Rotate Nozzle | R |
| Highlight Dirt | Alt |
| Task List | Tab |
| Menu | Esc |
| Free Aim | V |
| Cycle Tools | 1 / 2 / 3 |
This layout mirrors the in-game settings exactly as shown in your screenshots — both Modern and Classic presets are now clearly documented for quick reference or custom remapping.