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@@ -12,6 +12,10 @@ Note that by default you'll only be able to open the editor in mods; for vanilla
 
 It's generally advised to save often when using the editor. Sometimes there are weird problems that are usually fixed when the map is reloaded, but for this to be effective you need to _actually save it before reloading_!
 
+Most of the editor functions are mapped to hotkeys that are not displayed anywhere in-game. This page aims to be a complete collection of all available keyboard controls. To efficiently edit maps you'll have to learn them; it doesn't take long and quite easy after getting used to the basics.
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+The mouse is mainly used to place and move things around, to adjust the size of objects, and to move the camera.
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 # Keyboard gotchas
 
 Editor controls are hard-coded, that means you can't change them.