> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://geocityrp.gitbook.io/geo-city-roleplay/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://geocityrp.gitbook.io/geo-city-roleplay/guide/new-players/key-binds-and-basic-functionality.md).

# Key binds and basic functionality

Once you have created your character, now is a great time to learn a more about the common controls to interact in the city. You can press `P` , click **Settings**, **Key Bindings** and select **FiveM** to view all of the custom key binds in the city.

## Commands

Many key binds are also commands, which can be useful for many different reasons. The most common commands are below.

| Command              | Result                                                                 |
| -------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| /me \<msg>           | Conveys a thought or feeling                                           |
| /do \<msg>           | Conveys an action your character is doing                              |
| /911 \<msg>          | Calls police and notifies all first responders                         |
| /311 \<msg>          | Calls medical and notifies all first responders                        |
| /fire \<msg>         | Calls fire and notifies all first responders                           |
| /mech \<msg>         | Requests a mechanic to your location                                   |
| /calltowtruck \<msg> | Requests a tow truck to your location                                  |
| /mask                | Toggles your mask                                                      |
| /shirt               | Toggles your shirt                                                     |
| /pants               | Toggles your pants                                                     |
| /shoes               | Toggles your shoes                                                     |
| /glasses             | Toggles your glasses                                                   |
| /gloves              | Toggles your gloves                                                    |
| /reloadskin          | Reloads your skin in case of a scuff (use in seclusion)                |
| /bagoff              | Removes a parachute                                                    |
| /bag                 | Opens/closes your bag                                                  |
| /vest                | Toggles your vest                                                      |
| /e \<emote>          | Plays the specified emote                                              |
| /emotemenu           | Opens the emote menu                                                   |
| /dc                  | Chat dispatch for first responders                                     |
| /job                 | Displays your current job                                              |
| /id                  | Displays your current server ID                                        |
| /postal <123>        | Sets your GPS to the specified postal                                  |
| /returnvehicle       | Ends a test drive                                                      |
| /vol <1-100>         | Changes volume for in-game radio/voice                                 |
| /styles              | Set your persistent personalized walk and mood; loads after each login |
| /group               | Join or start a group for some jobs and heists                         |

### While Walking

| Action              | Recommended                | Description                                                                                                                  |
| ------------------- | -------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Run                 | Hold Shift                 | Makes you run                                                                                                                |
| Crouch/Prone/Stand  | Left Ctrl                  | Changes positions. Can look weird sometimes from other's POV.                                                                |
| Point Finger        | B                          | Point and follow the mouse                                                                                                   |
| Open Phone          | M                          | Opens your mobile phone                                                                                                      |
| Open Inventory      | F2                         | Opens your inventory                                                                                                         |
| Enable Targeting    | Left Alt                   | Activates your **Third Eye**, which lets you interact with many activities in the city or find secret locations              |
| Cycle Proximity     | Z                          | Changes your voice from whisper, normal and shout                                                                            |
| Charging            | E                          | Places your phone into a charging station                                                                                    |
| Hands Up            | X                          | Toggles your hands up so that you can comply when taken hostage or surrendering                                              |
| Ragdoll             | U                          | Used for RP purposes. If you intentionally ragdoll during conflict, you must remain down and will be treated as unconscious. |
| Use Radio           | Caps Lock                  | Hold to talk over radio                                                                                                      |
| Talk                | N                          | Hold to talk to other players                                                                                                |
| Open UI Controls    | I                          | Open UI customization for icons, colors and map display                                                                      |
| Pause Menu          | ESC                        | Opens pause menu                                                                                                             |
| Change Radio Volume | Page Up / Page Down        | Changes radio volume                                                                                                         |
| Cancel an emote     | X or type command ***ec*** | Cancels the active emote                                                                                                     |

### While Driving or in a vehicle

| Action            | Recommended | Description                                                                                      |
| ----------------- | ----------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Accelerate        | W           | Accelerate                                                                                       |
| Use Brake         | D           | Brake                                                                                            |
| Use Handbrake     | Spacebar    | Emergency brake                                                                                  |
| Lean Forward      | Shift       | Bike only - lean forward                                                                         |
| Wheelie/Lean Back | Left Ctrl   | Bike only - lean backwards                                                                       |
| Turn Left / Right | A / D       | Turn left or right                                                                               |
| Buckle Seatbelt   | B           | Buckle your seatbelt                                                                             |
| Autopilot         | U           | Select a waypoint on your GPS and your car will drive you there and obey most laws. Use caution. |
| Cruise Control    | Y           | Sets your car to a certain speed when under 100MPH. Use caution as it can become hard to steer.  |
| Vehicle UI        | Right Alt   | Open the vehicle UI for controlling various vehicle options                                      |

## Phone

Your phone is your lifeline to basic services such as EMS, Police or Fire. It also hosts a ton of social, financial and other useful apps. You can charge it wherever you see a ⚡ symbol on your map.

<div align="center"><figure><img src="/files/xOhr4AfbijNKfrSvHF7a" alt=""><figcaption><p>Your lifeline, the cellphone. Available in pink, gold, and black.</p></figcaption></figure></div>

{% hint style="info" %}
**If you ever lose your phone, you can buy a new one at 💻** **Digital Den.**

*Located downtown at postal 8042*&#x20;
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="warning" %}
Make sure your microphone setting is set to **Push To Talk** in the Voice Chat settings of the Pause Menu. If you have a dedicated room for gaming that is very quiet, you may use **Voice Activated**, but this server is optimized and engineered for **PTT**.
{% endhint %}