How to Use Mouse and Keyboard in Fortnite on PS4

Here we'll show you how to use a mouse and keyboard in Fortnite on PS4 . Fortnite is still making waves, the current phenomenon that's spreading across all platforms and will eventually reach them all.

In today's guide, we'll explain to PS4 owners how to play Fortnite using a mouse and keyboard . As you can probably imagine, playing Fortnite with a mouse and keyboard allows you to be much more precise in your battles and defeat enemies more easily and quickly than with a traditional joystick.

And then don't forget that using the mouse and keyboard in Fortnite on PS4, in addition to more precise aiming, will help us map weapons and different builds, one for each key, without having to go sequentially one after the other. It's super comfortable.

We'll always have each of the 5 weapons at hand. We can switch between them simply by pressing the 1 through 5 keys , and, in addition, as soon as an enemy hits us, we can build a fortress around ourselves in less than a second.

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How Using Mouse and Keyboard in Fortnite on PS4

So, if you're looking for the best way to play Fortnite on PS4 by connecting a mouse or keyboard , wired or Bluetooth, keep reading this guide and find out how. You can take your Fortnite gaming to the next level, I guarantee it! You'll play Fortnite just like you do on the PC version, and you'll also have key mapping available to customize every command in the game. That said, let's see how to use any USB or Bluetooth keyboard and mouse to play Fortnite on PS4.

How to connect a keyboard and mouse to the PS4

You will see for yourself that the procedure is very simple. In fact, the PS4 is set up to recognize external devices, both USB and Bluetooth, such as mice or keyboards. If you have a wired mouse and keyboard, insert them into the console's USB ports and they will be recognized automatically. Things don't change much if you have a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. In this case, the following is sufficient:

• Step 1: Turn on the device and connect it (read your product instructions to understand how).
• Step 2: On PS4 go to the menu: Settings > Devices > Bluetooth devices.
• Step 3: The mouse or keyboard you want to pair appears in the menu.
• Step 4: Select the device to connect to and follow the simple on-screen instructions.

After doing this, go to Settings > Devices in the menus. You can also adjust mouse sensitivity and access advanced keyboard settings. Just like on PC, but in this case, you can play directly on your PS4.

Keys and controls to play Fortnite PS4 with mouse and keyboard

Now that you've connected your mouse and keyboard to your PS4, you should know that there are predefined commands for controlling your character , but you can freely map and customize the controls to suit your play style. The main controls are as follows:

1. You can move around the game world using the classic «WASD«.
2. Jump with the space bar.
3. To shoot use the left mouse button and aim with the right mouse button.
4. The weapon is reloaded with R.
5. To execute, use the key SHIFT left.
6. You can quickly switch weapons by pressing the number keys 2 through 6.
7. The pick-up with L turns on/off.
8. The map can be consulted with the key M.

Nothing could be simpler. However, as mentioned earlier, all controls are editable. How? Simply go to the dedicated menu in the main menu > icon with the 3 horizontal segments in the top right > gear icon > Input tab.

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FAQ

You already know how to use the mouse and keyboard in Fortnite on PS4, now let's look at the answers to some frequently asked questions:

Is it cheating to use mouse and keyboard on console?

No, using a mouse and keyboard on the console is not cheating. The PS4 and Xbox One have built-in keyboard and mouse support that wouldn't have been implemented if it allowed players to easily circumvent the system.

Are you allowed to use mouse and keyboard on console?

You can use wired USB mice and keyboards to navigate in select games and apps, and a keyboard to move around on Xbox. Xbox supports mouse and keyboard use in some games and apps, but not all content. The game or app publisher must enable this feature for their content.

PC is not a supported XIM platform, so anything you do on PC with XIM is at your own risk. What might have banned it is the use of AutoHotKey scripts with XIM Link, but that is not supported on PC either.

Is using KBM on PS4 cheating?

Using a special controller, XIM, or anything else is NOT cheating. People have been using macros and weird input settings on PC since PC gaming was a thing, and it has never been considered to mean cheating, and therefore shouldn't be viewed this way on console either.

Can you play PUBG with mouse and keyboard on PS4?

Unfortunately, mouse and keyboard usage is currently not supported on PS4 PUBG.

Will Fortnite be banned?

EPIC has told teams and organizations that they should not expect any in-person events for Fortnite or other games due to the ongoing global health situation. “They said they do not plan to allow in-person events until Q2022 XNUMX.”

Will I get banned if I hack my switch?

Since 2018, Nintendo has banned devices that were found to be hacking the Switch. Jailbreaking compromises the security of the device and makes way for pirated copies of games. While you may not be involved in piracy, if Nintendo can detect a hacked Switch, it will most likely impose a ban on that console.

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Final thoughts

Done! Easy and quick! We've concluded this new guide dedicated to teaching you how to use the mouse and keyboard in Fortnite on PS4. The game's command keys make your life easier. For any questions or comments, leave them at the end of the article (there's a dedicated section for this) and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Have fun!