Crosshair Placement
Pre-aim common angles and head level positioning.
Video Tutorial
Mechanic Overview
What is Crosshair Placement?
Crosshair placement is the fundamental aiming technique of positioning your crosshair at head level and pre-aiming common angles where enemies are likely to appear.
Why It's Important
Good crosshair placement reduces reaction time, increases headshot percentage, and makes aim duels significantly easier. It's the foundation of all good aim.
When to Use
Crosshair placement should be maintained at all times - while moving, holding angles, peeking, and clearing areas. It's a constant, conscious habit.
Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-Step Guide
Keep crosshair at head level (about player height) at all times
Pre-aim corners and common angles as you approach them
Adjust crosshair height for different elevation levels
Keep crosshair close to walls when moving to minimize adjustment needed
Practice smooth crosshair movement while navigating maps
Pro Tips
Use map knowledge to pre-aim before enemies appear
Practice crosshair placement on empty servers
Watch POV demos of professional players
Adjust crosshair placement for different weapons (rifles vs pistols)
Combine with game sense to predict enemy positions
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Aiming at the ground or too high above head level
Not adjusting for different map elevations
Placing crosshair too far from corners when approaching
Forgetting to pre-aim during rotations and movement
Not practicing crosshair placement in different scenarios
Practice Methods
Warmup Drills
Walk around maps keeping crosshair at head level
Practice pre-aiming common angles on aim_botz
Use crosshair placement workshops maps
Training Maps
aim_botz - Practice crosshair placement while moving
yprac maps - Learn specific angle pre-aims for each map
Crosshair placement workshop maps - Dedicated training
Real Game Practice
Pre-aim long corner on dust2 while approaching
Maintain head level while clearing mirage palace
Practice crosshair placement during B site rushes
Advanced Techniques
Advanced Techniques
Dynamic crosshair placement: Adjusting for opponent movement patterns
Team-based pre-aiming: Coordinating angles with teammates
Elevation crosshair placement: Mastering height differences
Situational Usage
Crosshair placement during utility usage
Pre-aiming during retake scenarios
Maintaining crosshair placement while entry fragging
Performance Statistics
Master Crosshair Placement
Consistent practice of this mechanic will significantly improve your overall gameplay. Focus on building muscle memory through regular training sessions.