Link can perform the moves explained here when he is not wearing a mask. When Link puts on a mask and assumes special new abilities, the controls may change.
Controls:
Walk / Run
Tilt slightly to walk and fully to run. Use while holding to move while facing the same direction.
Jump
If you run towards the edge of a platform or cliff, you will automatically jump in the direction you are running. Holding up on when jumping from a height will make you roll when you land. If you do not roll, you will take damage from the fall.
Swim
Tilt while on the surface of the water to swim. Press and hold to dive.
Go Up or Down Ladders, Steps, Blocks
Tilt while facing a ladder to climb up or down it. Depending on the height of a block or step, you may also be able to tilt to climb it.
Controls:
Drop
Press while hanging from a ladder or cliff to drop.
Grab
Approach a block or stone statue and press to grab it. Tilt while holding to push or pull it.
Lift
Press when you are close to an object to lift it.
Throw
Press while holding an object to throw it.
Note: You must tilt and press to throw certain items.
Throw / Place a Bomb
To throw a bomb, tilt to run and press to throw. To place a bomb at your feet, press while standing still.
Open
Press while standing in front of a chest or door to open it.
Speak
Press while standing in front of a person to speak to him / her. If you use to target, you can talk to someone farther away.