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Basic Controls Guide

Master the essential controls to navigate and interact with the world of Grow A Garden efficiently.

PC Controls

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Movement

Use the W, A, S, and D keys to move your character forward, left, backward, and right.

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Camera

Move your mouse to look around. Right-click and hold to rotate the camera without changing your character's direction.

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Interaction

Press the E key or Left-Click on objects to interact with them, such as talking to NPCs or using tools.

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Tool Selection

Use the number keys 1 to 9 to quickly select items from your hotbar at the bottom of the screen.

Mobile & Tablet Controls

On-Screen Controls

  • Movement: Use the virtual joystick on the left side of the screen to move around.
  • Interaction: Simply tap on plants, NPCs, or buttons to interact with them.
  • Camera: Swipe anywhere on the right side of the screen to move the camera.
  • Tool Selection: Tap the icons on the on-screen toolbar to switch between your tools.
Mobile controls layout

How to Use Your Tools

Shovel

Select the shovel and click on an empty plot to till the soil. Use it again on a fully grown plant to harvest it.

Watering Can

After planting a seed, select the watering can and click on the plot to water it. Keep your plants hydrated!

Seed Packets

Select a seed packet from your hotbar and click on a tilled, empty plot to plant the seed.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Upgrading your tools at the Gear Shop will allow you to perform actions on multiple plots at once, saving you a lot of time!