# Gamepad Hotkey Switch

> Can switch through hotkeys with gamepad + inspect items like the first time they are picked up

Mod for [Sons of the Forest](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1326470/Sons_Of_The_Forest/) by [ImAxel](https://sotf-mods.com/profile/imaxel). Page: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/imaxel/gamepad-hotkey-switch

## At a glance

- **Version:** 1.0.1 (released 2023-09-30)
- **Category:** Quality of Life
- **Game compatibility:** untested on the current patch
- **Loader:** RedLoader
- **Multiplayer:** not stated
- **Dependencies:** none
- **Downloads:** 1,810 (as of 2026-10-01)
- **Followers:** 0
- **First published:** 2023-09-09
- **Last release:** 2023-10-17

## Install

1. Install RedLoader, the Sons of the Forest mod loader (RedManager can do it for you).
2. Download the mod and put it in the `_RedLoader/Mods` folder inside the game directory.
3. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

Download 1.0.1: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/imaxel/gamepad-hotkey-switch/download/1.0.1
Full guide: https://sotf-mods.com/install

## Compatibility

untested on the current patch.
Details and field reports: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/imaxel/gamepad-hotkey-switch#compatibility

## Description

Can switch through hotkeys with gamepad + inspect items like the first time they are picked up

###### Controls[#](#md-controls)

- L1 and R1 to switch hotkeyed item
- P key or Select (button on the left of touchpad) to inspect item

## Changelog 1.0.1 (2023-09-30)

fixed for latest RedLoader ver.

All versions: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/imaxel/gamepad-hotkey-switch/versions

## FAQ

### Does Gamepad Hotkey Switch work in multiplayer?

The author has not stated multiplayer support yet. Check the comments and the field reports of other players.

### How do I install Gamepad Hotkey Switch?

Install RedLoader (RedManager can do it for you), download Gamepad Hotkey Switch 1.0.1 from this page and put it in the \_RedLoader/Mods folder inside your game directory. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

### What does Gamepad Hotkey Switch need?

Only Sons of the Forest on Steam and RedLoader. It has no other dependencies.

### Does Gamepad Hotkey Switch work on the current game patch?

There are no compatibility reports yet. If you try it, add a field report.

---

Source: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/imaxel/gamepad-hotkey-switch · SOTF Mods, the home of Sons of the Forest modding.