How To Use Phone In GTA 5: Full PC & Console Controls

To use the phone in GTA 5, press the Up Arrow key or Middle Mouse Button on PC, D-Pad Up on Xbox, or D-Pad Up on PlayStation.

How to use phone in GTA 5: the basic controls

Use the Arrow Keys or D-Pad to navigate apps and contacts, then select with Enter, Left Mouse Button, A button, or X button. Close the phone with Backspace on PC, B button on Xbox, or Circle button on PlayStation. The "Grand Theft Auto V: The Manual" app allows players to select their preferred language and platform for control information.

PC phone controls

Open phone: Up Arrow key or Middle Mouse Button
Navigate: Arrow Keys (Up, Down, Left, Right) or Mouse Wheel
Select item/app: Enter or Left Mouse Button
Cancel/go back: Backspace or Right Mouse Button
Access dial pad: Spacebar or click the keypad icon
Close phone: Backspace (Esc also works to quit menus)
Put phone away: Backspace key
Access dial pad from contacts: Spacebar or click the keypad icon
Quit/go back in menus and interfaces, including the iFruit phone: Esc button

Xbox phone controls

Open phone: D-Pad Up
Navigate: D-Pad (Up, Down, Left, Right)
Select item/app: A button
Cancel/go back: B button
Access dial pad: X button
Answer call: A button
Hang up: Y button

PlayStation phone controls

Open phone: D-Pad Up
Navigate: D-Pad (Up, Down, Left, Right)
Select item/app: X button
Cancel/go back: Circle button
Access dial pad: Square button
Answer call: X button
Hang up: Triangle button

Key phone functions you need to know

The in-game phone lets you call story characters and services like mechanics or taxis, enter cheat codes, accept tasks, browse the internet, and bank cash. Use the Snapmatic app to take pictures. In GTA Online, the phone acts as an interface for navigating jobs, reaching contacts, purchasing vehicles and property, and summoning help from Merryweather. You can also bank cash into Maze Bank's website using the phone. If you want to get GTA 5 on mobile, note there is no official mobile port; you must stream the game from a PC using remote play apps like Steam Link or cloud gaming services. The iFruit companion app lets you customize vehicles and care for Chop but does not let you play the main game.

Important notes on using the phone

Cheat codes entered via the phone are only active in Story Mode and are not saved to the phone's menu, requiring re-entry each time, though the asterisk (*) key can redial the last code. Using any cheat code disables achievements and trophies for the remainder of the current game session. The majority of in-game controls, including phone controls, are rebindable in the settings. In GTA Online, the protagonist does not physically pull out the phone for most functions, allowing movement and combat, except when using Snapmatic. The phone design is identical to Michael's iFruit phone but with different apps and a different color for the plus button in GTA Online.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I save the game using the phone?

The phone includes a quick save feature that lets you save your progress without needing to find a save point. Open the phone and select the save option from the menu.

Can I change my character's appearance with the phone?

Yes, the phone provides options to alter your character's hairstyle, facial hair, and outfits. You can buy and equip new clothing directly through the phone's menus.

How do I access the internet on the phone?

Navigate to the Internet option on the phone's menu to open the web browser. From there you can visit websites, check email, and purchase properties or vehicles online.

Can I send text messages with the phone?

Select the Messages option in the phone menu, choose a contact, and follow the prompts to compose and send a text. You can view message history in the Inbox.