Introduction
Your crosshair is one of the most important elements of your CS2 setup. It's the focal point of your screen and directly impacts your aim and performance. This guide will help you understand crosshair mechanics and find the perfect crosshair for your playstyle.
A good crosshair should be:
A good crosshair should be:
•Visible - Easy to see on all backgrounds and surfaces
•Precise - Accurately shows where your bullets will land
•Comfortable - Doesn't strain your eyes during long sessions
•Consistent - Matches your muscle memory and preferences
Understanding Crosshair Styles
CS2 offers several crosshair styles, each with unique characteristics:
Style 0 - Default
The standard CS2 crosshair. Lines expand when moving and shooting. Good for beginners as it provides visual feedback about accuracy.
Style 1 - Static
The most popular choice among pros. The crosshair stays the same size at all times, allowing for consistent muscle memory and no visual distractions.
Style 2 - Classic Dynamic
Similar to CS:GO's classic crosshair. Lines expand when moving but not when shooting. A middle ground between feedback and consistency.
Style 3 - Classic Static
Classic crosshair that never moves. Some players prefer this for its simplicity and clean look.
Style 4 - Classic
Fully dynamic crosshair that expands with both movement and recoil. Provides maximum feedback but can be distracting.
Customizing Your Crosshair
Key crosshair settings to customize:
Size & Thickness
Size (
Thickness (
Smaller, thinner crosshairs offer more precision for long-range shots. Larger crosshairs are easier to see but may obscure targets.
cl_crosshairsize): Controls the length of crosshair lines. Most pros use 1-4.Thickness (
cl_crosshairthickness): Controls line width. Range: 0-5. Common: 0.5-1.5.Smaller, thinner crosshairs offer more precision for long-range shots. Larger crosshairs are easier to see but may obscure targets.
Gap
Gap (
Most pros use -3 to 2. Experiment to find what feels comfortable for tracking and tapping.
cl_crosshairgap): Space between lines and center. Range: -5 to 5.•Negative gap = Lines overlap in the center
•Zero gap = Lines meet at the center
•Positive gap = Space between lines
Most pros use -3 to 2. Experiment to find what feels comfortable for tracking and tapping.
Color
Color (
Presets:
Cyan (4) is most popular as it contrasts well with most CS2 environments. Green works well on Dust2 but can blend into foliage on Ancient.
For maximum visibility, enable outline (
cl_crosshaircolor): Choose from 5 presets or custom RGB.Presets:
•0 = Red
•1 = Green
•2 = Yellow
•3 = Blue
•4 = Cyan
•5 = Custom RGB
Cyan (4) is most popular as it contrasts well with most CS2 environments. Green works well on Dust2 but can blend into foliage on Ancient.
For maximum visibility, enable outline (
cl_crosshair_outlinethickness 1) with black outline.Outline
Outline (
Values: 0-3 (0 = off, 1 = thin, 2 = medium, 3 = thick)
Most pros use outline thickness of 1. This makes the crosshair visible on any background without being too thick.
cl_crosshair_outlinethickness): Adds a black border around your crosshair.Values: 0-3 (0 = off, 1 = thin, 2 = medium, 3 = thick)
Most pros use outline thickness of 1. This makes the crosshair visible on any background without being too thick.
Dot
Center Dot (
Many players prefer no dot for a cleaner look, but a dot can help with precise aiming and spray control. Try both!
cl_crosshairdot): Adds a dot in the center.•0 = No dot
•1 = Small dot
Many players prefer no dot for a cleaner look, but a dot can help with precise aiming and spray control. Try both!
Finding Your Perfect Crosshair
Follow these steps to find your ideal crosshair:
Step 1: Start with a Pro Crosshair
Browse our Pro Crosshairs Database and try crosshairs from top players. This gives you a proven baseline.
Step 2: Test in Different Scenarios
Step 3: Make Small Adjustments
Don't change everything at once. Adjust one parameter at a time:
Step 4: Commit and Build Muscle Memory
Once you find a crosshair you like, stick with it for at least 2 weeks. Constant changes prevent muscle memory development.
Testing Tips:
Step 1: Start with a Pro Crosshair
Browse our Pro Crosshairs Database and try crosshairs from top players. This gives you a proven baseline.
Step 2: Test in Different Scenarios
•Practice range: Test tap accuracy
•Deathmatch: Test in fast-paced action
•Competitive: Test in real situations
•Different maps: Ensure visibility on all surfaces
Step 3: Make Small Adjustments
Don't change everything at once. Adjust one parameter at a time:
•Too hard to see? Increase size or add outline
•Feeling imprecise? Reduce size or add center dot
•Straining eyes? Try different color
Step 4: Commit and Build Muscle Memory
Once you find a crosshair you like, stick with it for at least 2 weeks. Constant changes prevent muscle memory development.
Testing Tips:
•Use aim training maps (aim_botz, aim_training_csgo2)
•Practice spray control and taps
•Get feedback from teammates
•Record your gameplay to see if you're more accurate
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Pro Tips
- •Enable outline (thickness 1) for maximum visibility on all surfaces
- •Cyan and yellow are the most visible colors across all CS2 maps
- •Static crosshairs (style 4) are preferred by 90% of professional players
- •Don't change your crosshair too frequently - muscle memory takes time to develop
- •Test your crosshair on different maps and lighting conditions
- •A smaller crosshair isn't always better - find the balance between precision and visibility
Put Your Knowledge to Practice
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