Chiaki-ng Keyboard Shortcuts & Fullscreen Guide
Every chiaki-ng keyboard shortcut lives inside the app: open Settings → Shortcuts to see the full list for your version — and remap anything you don’t like. Bindings can change between releases, so treat the in-app panel as the source of truth, not a blog post. Below is how to find what you need plus the universal tricks that work regardless of version.
The Only Table You Need
| What you want | Where to find / set it |
|---|---|
| Toggle fullscreen | Settings → Shortcuts (commonly F11 on desktop builds — confirm in your version’s panel) |
| All stream controls (mute, etc.) | Settings → Shortcuts — every bind listed and remappable there |
| Controller button mapping | Settings → Controllers — separate from keyboard shortcuts |
| Stream overlay / stats toggle | Settings → Stream or the in-stream menu (menu layout varies by version — check in-app) |
Fullscreen the Reliable Way
- Use the in-app fullscreen toggle (Settings → Shortcuts) rather than maximizing the window — true fullscreen reduces input lag slightly and hides the OS chrome.
- On Windows, Win + Shift + ←/→ moves the window between monitors if fullscreen lands on the wrong display.
- On Steam Deck in desktop mode, hold the Options/Menu button for the controller-mode overlay if the mouse disappears.
- Streaming to a TV via laptop? Set the laptop to “second screen only” (Win + P) so the stream gets the full GPU.
Remapping Tips
Pick bindings that don’t collide with your OS or handheld companion app (Armoury Crate, Legion Space). If a shortcut stops working after an update, check the Shortcuts panel first — defaults occasionally change. For the initial setup walkthrough see our setup guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I fullscreen chiaki-ng?
Use the fullscreen toggle listed in Settings → Shortcuts (commonly F11 on desktop builds). True fullscreen is better than a maximized window — slightly less input lag and no OS chrome.
Where is the full shortcut list?
Inside the app: Settings → Shortcuts. That’s the authoritative list for your exact version, and you can remap anything there.
Can I remap keyboard shortcuts?
Yes — the Shortcuts panel lets you change bindings. Avoid collisions with OS-level hotkeys and handheld companion apps.
Do shortcuts work on Steam Deck?
In desktop mode, yes like any Linux app. In game mode, use Steam Input controller bindings instead — see our Deck game mode guide.