How to Keybind in WoW Guide

[@In5an1tyB]

How I did it, and how it is best (imo): Bind Q,E,R,F,G,X,C,V;1,2,3,4. And if possible additional mouse keys. Then comes the magic: START WITH A NEW CHAR! Put the skill you spam to E. Then add the others as they come where they feel comfortable, but consider how often you will use them. For example something with a 10m cooldown shouldn't be on F.

[@shiro2400]

This is probably the best keybinding video ive seen. Your information of two moves for one bind was a total shock for me. Never that till today. Thank u soo much.

[@dimathevs]

Awesome man really happy to hear that! Going well with your keybinds? :)

[@shiro2400]

It is doing wayyy better than when i was clicking. Got to 2.1k cr on my boomy last night :)

[@dem0N96]

This is actually, for me, the best video i found about keybindings in WoW. Thanks a lot man! :D

[@phoenixofdanile]

Thank you for this video, I just returned to WOW after several years for WOD and you refreshed my memory on good skill activation with key-bindings. Thanks again and take care :-)

[@laramydb16]

After seven years of clicking this method really helped. Thanks for your time in making the video.

[@dimathevs]

No problem man, I'm happy it helped!

[@xStuuy]

Hey there! I've just come back to WoW and was struggling keybinding in a DPS role. As a healer I had 1,2,3,4 and then healbot and that was all I ever needed! This is very informal and the best video I have seen on the subject. Thank you very much for this great video :D

[@PetitBarez]

I have 2 buttons on my mouse, and i use them to scroll action pages (1,2). So that means, i have 2 number 1,2,3, and if i put the X,F;R (tab, cap) on the 2 pages.. i have alot of spells on the same position and i don't have to strech my fingers. It's really handy, and i don't think alot of ppl use it. It takes some time to get used to it, but it feels SOOO GOOD when playing, you feel you have finnaly control on your spells. And if you don't have any buttons on your mouse. (Remove the zoom in and zoom out on your scroll button) Use your mouse scroll to switch from action pages. For exemple; Scroll up: Page ONE. Scroll down: Page 2. I use 16+ abilities with 8 buttons on my keyboard. I don't know if anybody will find this uefull, but I wanted to let you guys know that this is also an exemple of really good way to bind it ! ;)

[@dimosk7389]

i am a left hander, so i use my right hand on the keyboard. so ESDF is my prefered moving buttons, where E and F are for strafe, and turning is done with mouse. this way i have my thumb sitting on Shift and i have Q,W,A freed up for some of my important keybinds, also R,T,G,H,B and of course 1-5 for my less used ones. Shift is my only modifier the rest is mostly the same, with the only difference that C,V and of course Alt are almost useless to me, since they are extremely hard to reach

[@Hiphopenjoyer]

Hey just wanted to say im just now getting back into wow after a 4 year hiatus and i never was that great at it. I never got how people could be so much faster than me with skills when i was younger. Your video helped me a lot thank you :)

[@Renekin93]

I throw you gladly a sub, I played and raided in World of Warcraft for approx 10 years now, but since I only played combat rogue during that entire time, with the occasional assassination or 1 to 2 months of sub raids, I never needed keybinds. Now that I came back and combat is going away (rip in peaces) getting used to all of the timing with sub is quite some work and your keybinda are really helping out!

[@dimathevs]

I hope it will go well for you in Legion man, happy to help! Thanks for the sub!

[@dwarfcricket]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm very new to WoW and I've been a console player my whole life so using a keyboard and a mouse as my controls was overwhelming. I've finally oriented myself with the MMO concept, and this is exactly the kind of video I've been looking for to help me get used to keybindings. It's definitely going to take some time, but this was SO helpful!

[@treytrollston7159]

As an experienced player I learned to take advantage of my mouse; using Scroll-Up & Scroll-Down as two buffs, when holding alt it pops my two shields. To all new players I highly recommend this as it may greatly improve your game-play and give you 6 new button spaces on your keyboard (counting Shift modifier) which you can use for different spells.

[@kylelanger4524]

Great video! I myself am a Warrior. I have played WoW since Vanilla and have been a clicker since. I recently been looking at keybind guides because I pvp. I still have trouble learning keybinds and am trying to be a better pvper and player! I can't wait to get home and use what you have showed and try that out. Thanks again for everything. Best keybind guide I have seen! :D

[@yonatanshahar8954]

I've been getting frustrated at high levels with the skills but this video just makes it all clear. Thank you so much man liked and subbed!

[@manunavoni7666]

I don't know if you still read this video's comment. But I want to thank you as a really beginner in PvP. I had no clue of what to do, and now I know how I want to bind my keys, and also I'll understand when I feel frustrated because I am not used to the new binds. I also appreciate that english isn't your native language, congratulations on having such a good accent, and making the video in english instead of (portuguese I believe), to help as much people as possible. I love your efforts, and I also like the way you talked, great video!

[@bubblespuddles]

Hey, I just want to say this one one of the best guides about key-bindings it was loads of help and it was very clear to understand, So thank you very much. I have liked, And subbed .

[@chrislandry7621]

This video was great. I use "E" "D" "S" "F" now for moving. I now want to make a blog for my guild members to improve their skills, thanks for your help. I'll suggest this to everyone I know.

[@D0ITFlawless]

Finally a great video with helpful advice ! Searching now for 3 days for someone who explain me what keybinds are for and your vid is the best 1 I could find and me as a german with bad english skills can understand it very well ! Thank you so much for your help :) Like/Sub dude !

[@FatMan2539]

nice guide, i may give it a go at some point, but for now, i'll stick to what i use (i'll use what they are on my main (a warlock) (* denotes infrequent use)) which is: 1=incinerate 2=immolate 3 * =ember tap 4=conflagrate 5=chaos bolt `=rain of fire shift+w * =fel flame shift+a * =drain life shift+s * =curse of elements shift+d=shadowburn shift+`=dark soul: instability r=darkflight (or any racial) shift+1=flying mount shift+2=fire & brimstone shift+3=havoc shift+4=summon doomguard shift+5 * =summon infernal q=ground mount (not the case on all toons) (usually some form of movement) e=command demon (grim-sac) (usually interrupt) t=shadowfury (usually use healthstone) z=howl of terror (taunt on tank classes)

[@Istan9]

You're right having a good mouse is key to a lot in keybinding. Although I use the Q W and E keys for movement along with my mouse, I use a Razer Naga and Razer Anansi. The Anansi has the 7 modifier buttons right below the spacebar, so it's a quick almost effortless transition to any of those plus a press of a button on the Naga. I do how ever use like you said, the R, D F and T keys for other abilities that I use often. Great video DeeDee I'm sure it will help people out a lot!

[@charlesbrookby8867]

This was amazing... I quit wow for a while but am going to begin playing again in legion. I used to click my moves like a noob, but am now ready to use the keys! Thank you!!

[@dimathevs]

No problem man, good luck happy to help!!

[@hayzix]

Im a clicker for years and now i try to Keybind. And this video helps me a lot i thank you very much for that. You are sooo right in everything what you say. Thank you

[@Ineedpeace215]

Helped a lot. Great job explaining. I tried running and moving with my mouse...ugh! I gave up it was extremely uncomfortable for me but now I realize the best players in the game also want to play with the best, so this really is important to learn. I am going to try again.

[@justindyer6299]

This was a really helpful guide on key binds. I got so excited to learn I can use alt to make a different key bind. I have so many skills that it's overwhelming since I'm still learning my class, but this will help me a lot! Thank you!

[@giorgosvlassopoulos1279]

I used to be a clicker but after your awsome video i immediately changed myself to a keybinder......thank you so much you are thye best!

[@Classicwowsilver]

Always wonderd how so manny players used their skill so fast but after watching this it will be alot easier to PVP, you were an great help thanks :)

[@4minutesleftx]

You've changed the way I play Shadow Priest! I now use scroll up for activating my dps chain macro and it just gets all my DoT spells out on targets quickly and easily! :)

[@afonsowiborg5298]

I knew some keybinding rules, but your video was very simple and encouraging, thanks for the help. Keep up the good work.

[@swoopdepoop6521]

hey man i just wanted to say that this video is the best wow vid i have ever seen all the other ones rush through and i cant understand them i honestly dont know why you dont have twelve gillion subs cuz we need more people on youtoube like you! :}

[@Exenima]

Thanks for the guide man, really appreciate you taking your time out to help new players. Earned a sub :)

[@killval849]

i use a completely different system. to move forward i hold left and right click and move mouse around to look and left and right mouse buttons to strafe. Therefore all my movement is strictly done in my right hand. then all my abilities are completely done on the keyboard this way i can seperate the two and be able to so much more precision and quick responsiveness. This was the most useful tip anybody ever gave me to play WoW with. Hope this helps someone alls it requires is two side buttons on a mouse to use effectively. Im telling you guys seperating the two helps tremendously.

[@Sinesgaitz]

SHIFT+SPACE is also nice for dead-or-alive spells, like hunter's FD, mage's Iceblock, pala's bubble, etc. It's probably the fastest SHIFT combination to use, pretty useful for these spells that depends on correct timing to make a difference.

[@jpdavis6738]

This help so much I even got a razor naga epic for my birthday yesterday so it is a lot easier to use all my abilities. Great video

[@kinukai]

Huge help. Thanks for the advice! Been playing on and off for years and never really bothered with key bindings until now. (Planning to head back in for WoD next month) Like you said, it all sounds a bit intimidating at first, but now that you've highlighted the main points; it all makes a lot sense and seems doable now.

[@dimathevs]

Kenji Inukai Awesome too hear man good luck!

[@turtles4002]

Dude this was soooo helpful i actually subed you explained it very well keep up the awesome work!!

[@aonax5126]

Thank you so much, awesome and simple key-binding guide for people like me. You deserve way more subs man! :)

[@pieisscrumptious]

I haven''t played wow in many years and was always a clicker, but as a fellow troll warrior who is hoping to return soon, Great Vid! and I cant wait to try these techniques out

[@MrChange59]

Finally I learn which Keys to keybind. I have a Razer Naga too but keybinding Shift+# and Alt+# makes is hard since I end up hitting a Wrong Button on my mouse. Thanks for the explanation.

[@Jcristao96]

I just started playing wow and i had troubles with the keybindings and how i should set it up but out of all the vids i prefer this setup because it's very comfortable,thank you so much

[@fuco5951]

Amazing video, straight to the point nice and clear informations that help everyone! Subbed and I'm up to another vids. Keep it this way man!

[@dimathevs]

No problem at all man! :D It's what the video is here for, I'm very happy it helped I wish you best of luck improving man ^^

[@IamNemoN01]

The best thing one can do is get a Razer Orbweaver. I started out on the Belkin n52te (the predecessor to the orbweaver) shortly after I started in the game. I've had people accuse me of cheating because of my high DPS and PVP ratings, and I would tell them it's the Orbweaver. If you pair the Orbweave with a Naga, you will be deadly! This is a combination some of the highest ranking PVP players use. On the Orb put all main abilities on buttons 6-10, and 11-15. Put CC abilities on 1-5. Put extra abilities on 16-20 (such as PTT). Use the Naga for special PVP macros, and use button #1 for shift/modifier key-binds to double or triple the Orbweaver buttons (button #1 is close to the thumb). You'll have buttons to spare on the Naga for common abilities, like opening bags or mounting. I also have my "Oh Shit!" button on the Naga (button #12) for those times you find yourself falling off a cliff - that button has saved my life so many times! With these two tools you will never need to touch your keyboard again unless it's to type in chat. This also saves a lot of ware and tare on your keyboard if you're playing on a power laptop (like a MacBook Pro). I also recommend the addons Button Forge and Opie. With Opie you can have raid and target markers a mouse click away, and you can even bind all of your favorite mounts. Opie also frees up your screen a lot if you want the minimalist screen look. Abilities you no longer need to have on your screen when you use Opie to consolidate key binds include: Buffs, food, flasks, etc; Mounts; Raid and target markers; Totems; Professions; and whatever else you can imagine.

[@dimathevs]

Thanks a whole lot man, for the kind words and subscribing! :D It means the wolrd man ^^ You will shake the habit, no problem! It may be frustrating at first and that's very normal, just keep thinking that it is for the better and keep going, I promise you within a week or two you'll feel very comfortable and will probably do a better job my man! :D Once again, I thank you ^^

[@dimathevs]

No problem at all man! ^^ Glad I am able to help that's awesome to hear dude, put good usage on them and you're good to go :D

[@Horde4Life213]

Omg dude lol i just searched how to keybind, such a surprise seeing ur channel lol. Btw ty so much helped me alot.

[@dimathevs]

No problem at all man, the video is here to help and i'm more than glad that it does! :D I wish you good luck with your binds man, and about hitting the wrong buttons on the mouse, you'll get used to it before you know it! ^^

[@budsbound]

Again awesome i felt comfortable with my keybinds already and have for some time but this video opened my eyes to alot of things i was not doing, that in all honesty really would improve my game. yet again cant say it enough, awsomeo videos

[@jpdavis6738]

Oh and I subscribe I really like ur warrior duels because I play arms and it helps me so keep making ur vids!

[@Pallandoii]

This has given me a lot to think about. I play both a mage and warlock and am all over the keyboard mostly because I avoid using more than 2 modifiers. Still getting a mouse with 2+ side buttons can only help.

[@GoFastLowDk]

Mate, thank you for all of this, this really help'd me alot, this video was the thing, that started me op with wow.

[@dimathevs]

What I have done is, set up the scroll up and scroll down to the arrow keys, it will feel weird in the first hours or so maybe the first day. But you will get used to it pretty fast, sice the camera zoom in/out isn't something that you are changing constantly and the keybinds with scroll are amazing and really convenient :D That's just how I do it ^^ Everytime I want to adjust my camera I just press the arrow key up or down and it's fine ^^

[@dimathevs]

Hey man! :D Very very happy you liked it and more than glad it helped man! :D That's the purpose of the video ^^ It is me who thanks you for subing man, it helps out a whole lot, hope you enjoy future videos aswell! :D

[@BeenTherDonDat]

I subscribed! really helped man (: keep the vids coming theyre great!!

[@ImDaMorbidAngel]

Nice vid DeeDee. I already have my keybinds already set up, but I'm different, i don't use WASD, i actually use ESDF for movement.and its amazing, but i don't suggest it for everyone. Great video DeeDee, nonetheless, as usual! :D

[@Aloha153]

First of all, im german and i have to tell you that your english is realy good to understand, i feel like i understood every word :) I normaly use the keys's: 3-8(9->wind shock) on my shaman. All the other skills i use with my mouse (>I also stuck at Hexos :) Personally it's okay for me that way with the shaman, cause i don't like pvp with it at all. For my Twinks im trying to learn to play with "regular" keybinding (1 2 3 R F and so on) I like the explaining of "Group1" and "Group2"

[@andrewwhite5387]

Still helpful and relevant here in 2017. Great job!

[@dimathevs]

Thanks alot man :D Glad you liked it and hope it was helpful! ^^ You are probably wondering about the barrs since there is not really any change on my interface besides that, so that would be Bartender 4! ^^ It's an addon that lets you change the bars to whatever appearance you want and place them wherever you want ^^ If you have any other question feel free to ask :D

[@taesaes701]

I have been using the same keybinds for YEARS, which are basically the same as yours. Only difference is that I was using my movement keys as keybinds as well, because I never thought of keybinding alt and crtl (hence using AWSD keys since I needed more). So this will be a very easy transition for my luckily. I really just wanted to say thanks!

[@Grimbanks]

I dunno where you're from, but your accent is wicked, man. And awesome guide.

[@VaeVictisXIII]

im guessing mainland europes, sounds like he could be from easten europe maybe estonia or romania

[@dimathevs]

I'm portuguese dudes :p

[@phnexOice]

I wish I could go to Europe im only 16 though

[@LucaBakiMMA]

phnexOice its not that nice better go to asia or russia

[@phnexOice]

Why the fuck would I want to go to russia

[@Myerp117]

i feel like keybindings in increments is very good advice

[@dimathevs]

It really is, it is kinda bad that you need to spend money, usually expensive stuff, to be fully confortable and have plenty of room for keybinding, but it is as it is and having some extra buttons on the mouse is helpful to the fullest! :D Thanks man! I really do hope it did help some people out and continuing helping, your comment was really appreciated man! ^^

[@TheUltimateNick]

Awesome video! Very informative! Thanks a lot for the help with key binding! :D

[@suzygarrison7314]

This does help. I have played for several years, but I am just now learning how to keybind and use my keyboard more. I am not sure how to keybind my spells that are on the top bars and the side bars. However I am going to practice first with the R and C buttons first. Thank you for your help.

[@dawnstar2510]

You can bind those extra actionbars by going to the extra actionsbars tab of the keybinding screen ingame, I found this the other day while experimenting with keybinding but it never saved :( gonna rebind stuff tomorrow, after watching this along with a few other guides and tips from my friend I will make this work

[@Tbag268]

yo thanks alot bro... this vid really helped me... i have been looking for a video to explain it and u did it perfectly. thanks alot.

[@Alkyno]

Thanks a lot dude. This video really helps me a lot as a new player. I wish you an happy end of year. Cya bro ! (Liked and subbed)

[@dimathevs]

Hey no problem man that's the intetion! :D Thank you so much for doing that and a happy New Year's Eve to you aswell :D

[@giorgosvlassopoulos1279]

Thank you man you are amaizing.Actualy i used almost all of the addons you linked me and i can say they are realy helpfull. Thanks again man!

[@dimathevs]

Yes the n5 is numlock 5 ^^ It is if you were pressing on the keyboard, but I have a naga with 12 buttons on the side, and the buttons on the mouse are the numlock numbers so berserker rage is actually binded to my mouse ^^

[@dwlondon]

I've been playing since bc with relative success in most pve, but am now changing some keybinds thanks too you, which has improved my game in both pve and pvp, but mostly in arena, this is so much easier! Also purchased a naga, and taking your advice moved all movement to the mouse and use ctrl modifiers for damaging spells, I must say it was hard to adapt at first but now I believe there is no turning back lol. thanks for this helpful video it has actually improved my game immensely. peace bro.

[@dimathevs]

No, I thank YOU for the watch and the comment, you sexy devil!

[@dwlondon]

+DeeuenD yep owning it like a pro now.... :D

[@dutchielander2478]

I'm going to try this set-up. It sound pretty easy to use. I've been playing since BC and never used keybindings. WoD is going to be different ! Thanks for the tips man.

[@philxy2860]

C Verweij I'm not trying to be rude.. But WoD is still the worst expansion even after 2 years :D

[@dutchielander2478]

Auto Correct meh i stopped playing right after i hit lvl cap so..yeh.you're right😂

[@antonisantoniadis9974]

Thank you very much! This was unbelievably helpful! You just completely changed wow for me :P

[@dimathevs]

No problem man! :D it's here to help and I'm more than glad it did! ^^ I wish you all the luck in the world with your new keybindings man!

[@tod3licken372]

Great explanation, gave me a good idea where to lay the bindings out thanks so much for the help. Liked and subbed bro!

[@dimathevs]

I thank you for the subscribe and the immense help! it is only a pleasure! :D

[@JordlbergerLP]

I love your Videos, i started WoW because of you! New Subscriber. You're Awesome!

[@dimathevs]

Thanks man that's amazing to read! :D Thank you for the sub man it helps out immensly on the cause! ^^

[@A3sth3tik]

could you go into more detail about your mouse movements? do you use W,A,S,D at all to move? maybe break that down a bit more please!

[@dimathevs]

Hey man no problem! :D It's what the video is for! ^^ I'm more than glad I was able to help out, I wish you the best to getting used to your new keybinds man :D

[@JeroenFleer]

This is a proper video i liked it A LOT THANKS MAN!!!

[@boyvoid8767]

Awesome guide man. You made this a lot easier for me.

[@dimathevs]

1. Yep! I don't bind Q and E because I left the sidewalk there, it's probably the most useful movement keys if you move with the mouse and I feel really confortable using it there ^^ 2. 4 can still be, I use my Execute for 4 something that I don't use that much but it's easy to reach, If I would made the video now I would've included 4 in group 1 missed it out ah! =( 3. Ahaha! The reason behind it's just that beyond 5 I don't like to use, 6 is Heroic Throw something I barely use so (no chars)

[@XouZ88]

I don't understand why you don't use "Q" and "E" though. I moved the strafe buttons from Q and E to A and D and then only turn with my mouse (by holding down the right mouse button) to open up Q and E for keysbindings. I use shift + front side mouse button for sprint and blink, the reason why I have it under shift is because it's a cooldown on those skills.

[@dimathevs]

Hey man! :D Awesome really! :D SO glad it could help man that's why the video is for haha ^^ I wish you good luck with the process!

[@kirkgerwin2050]

Very nice video subscribed and going to give this a shot. Sadly I've been a clicker since the launch of this game and even though it's worked for me in the past I just recently began playing a rogue and would like to get into pvp with him. Unfortunately for me however clicking isn't going to cut it. Your video was laid out very well and I'm hoping that with some practice I can shake the old habits and embrace this. Thanks again!

[@dimathevs]

Haha yep! Brawler's guild does present with some pretty neat challenges ^^ Altough keybinds are important for any part of the game really so I hope you the best :D

[@VengefulRavenBlack]

Thanks for the tips :), very helpful even after two years of being posted (thumbs up)

[@Osckarre]

Thanks DeeuenD, I've always been a mouse clicker but I'm so interested in hotkeying. Very informative.

[@dimathevs]

No problem at all man, I'm more than pleased to hear that, that's what the video was made for! :D

[@CUSTER69420]

Thanks dude (: Got all my keybinds set up and im doing great in arenas and bgs now. Definitely subscribing!

[@dimathevs]

That's amazing to read man! More than happy that this really helped and of course a huge thank you for subscribing man it helps a ton! :D Gl for the future!

[@GeorgeTheofanidis]

hey, just saw this looking for key binds for for my lock. great vid, great attitude :)

[@dimathevs]

Thanks for sharing your story man, this made me smile knowing that I could possibly help someone! I hope you get back big and strong and keep pushing that rating! :D

[@thisrapthebeast]

hey deedeepi, this is a great video ! But how did you put your interface like that in the middle with all the spells in the middle block.

[@mattulrich2810]

So in a fight are you moving solely with the mouse or the keyboard? I have been a clicker since vanilla and would really like to break this habit before Classic comes out but I always struggle on how to move my character while also casting spells with my keybinds.

[@Uploaded1995]

This was pretty helpfull! I am getting used to using normal keybinds, since I have had a Naga for almost 2 years, and almost had no keyboard binds. I didn't really find that to be optimal, in case my mouse breaks and I have to borrow a mouse with less buttons. Or if I am put in a situation where I can't use a Naga. Thanks for the video man :)

[@dimathevs]

No problem at all man! :D Thank you for the nice words it's awesome that the video is helping people, it's my pleasure really ^^

[@dimathevs]

Sure man! :D More than happy that it helped dude, good luck with your keybinds and you'll get used to them in no time :D

[@dimathevs]

No problem at all! :D It was my goal and it is my pleasure that it helped in any way ^^ Yeah it can be tricky the first time you get to an mmo, there's alot more things to think about at the same time, but eventually with pratice it all becomes clear ^^ Wish you best of lucks with your progress!

[@MrNekrology]

If you use WASD and your mouse to move, how do you manage to use the roll + the side's mouse buttons + all the buttons of the keyboard in harmony ?

[@dimathevs]

Thank you so much man! :D It really does help out immensly, welcome aboard and I hope you enjoy future content man :D

[@dimathevs]

No problem at all man more than glad that it helped! :D Good luck on your carnage :D

[@Djslimei]

I still use 1-9 but today i am going to start like this video showed me.You got subscribe like and favourite and you deserve it :D

[@dimathevs]

Thank you for the amazing words man! :D And a deep thank you for subscribing it helps out more than you think! ^^ I'm very glad I was able to help dude, hope you enjoy future videos and I'll do my best! :D

[@llathem101]

any pattern to allocating your skills on the action bars themselves? should i even put skills like charge and mortal strike etc on the bar now that i have them bind? what about hearthstone? i just put that on the side and i click it. along with mount and stuff.