# First steps

Whether you're exploring the open world or one of the fantastic spaces within the Coderblock ecosystem, you'll be embodying an [avatar](https://docs-en.coderblock.com/coderblock-world/user-experiences/photorealistic-avatar-coderblock-studio-x-ready-player-me) and will be able to explore the virtual world extensively! Each avatar comes with a set of pre-defined animations such as running, jumping, waving, dancing, swimming and more to help you navigate the virtual world.

Here are some simple actions you can perform using the keyboard controls:

* Move with the **W-A-S-D** keys (forward, left, backward, right). 
* Jump with the **spacebar** (you can press it up to three times in a row for a triple jump!). 
* Crouch by pressing **C**. If you do this while swimming, you'll dive underwater. 
* Press **Tab** to move at a slower pace, a cross between walking and running. 
* Hold down **Shift** to run at maximum speed, and if you do this while swimming, you'll start swimming quickly. 
* Press **M** to activate and view the map. 
* Press **V** to toggle between first and third person view. 
* Press **K** to switch to photo mode, perfect for taking screenshots without the HUD. 
* Press **H** to open a window with a summary of the most important commands. These commands will help you explore the virtual world of Coderblock in an intuitive and interactive way!
* Finally, press the **ESC** key to access the [Menu](https://docs-en.coderblock.com/coderblock-world/user-experiences/menu). 

To discover the interactions your avatar can perform within the virtual world, click [HERE](https://docs-en.coderblock.com/coderblock-world/user-experiences/interactions).