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# Keybinds and Controls ​

This guide will help you navigate and interact with the environment using your mouse and keyboard. Below are the keybindings organized into easy-to-read tables, along with detailed descriptions to enhance your experience.

## Table of Contents ​

- Mouse Controls
- Keyboard Controls
  - Camera Movement
  - Camera Speed
  - Simulation Controls
  - Additional Controls
  - Preset Views

## Mouse Controls ​

Use your mouse to control the camera's orientation and zoom level.

Action | Keybind | Description
--- | --- | ---
Orbit Camera | Left Mouse Button (Hold) | Rotate the camera around a focal point by holding the left mouse button and moving the mouse.
Rotate Camera | Right Mouse Button (Hold) | Adjust the camera's rotation by holding the right mouse button and moving the mouse.
Zoom In/Out | Mouse Scroll Wheel | Scroll the wheel up to zoom in and scroll down to zoom out.

## Keyboard Controls ​

### Camera Movement ​

Navigate the camera through the simulation using the following keys:

Action | Keys | Description
--- | --- | ---
Move Forward | W or Up Arrow | Moves the camera forward in the simulation space.
Move Left | A or Left Arrow | Moves the camera to the left side.
Move Backward | S or Down Arrow | Moves the camera backward.
Move Right | D or Right Arrow | Moves the camera to the right side.
Move Upward | Q | Raises the camera upward.
Move Downward | E | Lowers the camera downward.

### Camera Speed ​

Adjust the speed of the camera movement to suit your preference:

Action | Keybind | Description
--- | --- | ---
Increase Speed | Left Shift (Hold) | Hold down the Left Shift key to move the camera faster.
Normal Speed | Release Left Shift | Releases the Left Shift key to return to normal movement speed.

### Simulation Controls ​

Manage the simulation state with these keybinds:

Action | Keybind | Description
--- | --- | ---
Pause/Resume | Spacebar | Toggles between pausing and resuming the simulation.
Restart Simulation | R | Restarts the simulation from the beginning.
Toggle Configuration Panel | L | Opens or closes the configuration selector panel for adjusting simulation settings.

### Additional Controls ​

Enhance your interaction with the simulation using these additional keybinds:

Action | Keybind | Description
--- | --- | ---
Toggle Auto-Rotate | P | Enables or disables the camera's auto-rotate feature.
Quit Application | Esc | Exits the simulation application.

### Preset Views ​

Quickly switch to predefined camera angles for different perspectives:

Action | Keybind | Description
--- | --- | ---
Preset View 1 | 1 | Switches to the first predefined camera view.
Preset View 2 | 2 | Switches to the second predefined camera view.
Preset View 3 | 3 | Switches to the third predefined camera view.
Preset View 4 | 4 | Switches to the fourth predefined camera view.
Preset View 5 | 5 | Switches to the fifth predefined camera view.
Preset View 6 | 6 | Switches to the sixth predefined camera view.

Note: The implementation for preset views may be added in future updates.

## Tips for Effective Navigation ​

- Combining Controls: Feel free to combine mouse and keyboard controls for a more dynamic navigation experience. For example, hold the Left Shift key while moving the camera forward with the W key for faster traversal.
- Pausing for Adjustments: Use the Spacebar to pause the simulation, allowing you to adjust camera angles or settings without interruption.
- Exploring Views: Utilize the preset views to quickly jump to different perspectives, making it easier to explore various aspects of the simulation.

Happy simming!