PowerWash Simulator 2 – Complete PC Key Bindings & Controls Guide
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.