{"id":29370,"date":"2026-01-28T20:31:57","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T20:31:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/?p=29370"},"modified":"2026-01-28T20:32:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T20:32:41","slug":"tarik-cs2-settings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/tarik-cs2-settings\/","title":{"rendered":"Tarik CS2 Settings: Crosshair, Config, Monitor and Video, Sensitivity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Tarik \u201cTarik\u201d Celik is one of the former greats of Counter-Strike. He is best known for winning ELEAGUE Major Boston 2018 with Cloud9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, you will find a detailed breakdown of Tarik\u2019s CS2 settings, including sensitivity, crosshair, viewmodel, video, and config, based on his professional setup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\nh2 {\n   color: blue;\n}\n\nh3 {\n   color: purple;\n}\n\na {\n  color: #007BFF; \/* Bootstrap blue or change to any shade you like *\/\n  font-weight: bold;\n  text-decoration: none; \/* Optional: removes underline *\/\n}\n\narticle a:hover {\n  text-decoration: underline; \/* Optional: adds underline on hover *\/\n}\n\np {\ncolor: black;\n}\n\narticle ul,\narticle ol,\narticle li,\narticle table,\narticle tr,\narticle td,\narticle th {\n  color: black !important;\n}\n\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.8; max-width: 600px; margin: 20px auto; padding: 20px; background: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 12px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n  <h2 id='table-of-contents'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" style=\"color: #0078d7;\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n    <a href=\"#mouse-and-sensitivity-settings\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\">\n      Mouse and Sensitivity Settings\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n    <a href=\"#crosshair-settings\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\">\n      Crosshair Settings\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n    <a href=\"#viewmodel-settings\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\">\n      Viewmodel Settings\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n    <a href=\"#video-and-graphics-settings\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\">\n      Video and Graphics Settings\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n    <a href=\"#hud-and-radar-settings\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\">\n      HUD and Radar Settings\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n    <a href=\"#tips-for-using-pro-settings\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\">\n      Tips for Using Pro Settings\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n    <a href=\"#summary\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\">\n      Summary\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n    <a href=\"#faqs\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #2a7ae2;\">\n      FAQs\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"gap: 20px;\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-c8443056-d6c6-4496-99c4-5b0dbbb5f722\"><div class=\"ub-button-container ub-button-full-container\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/csgo\/sell\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ub-button-block-main  ub-button-full-width \" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #3a35fb; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #00499d; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 10px;; border-top-right-radius: 10px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\"><strong>Sell CS2 Skins on Tradeit.gg<\/strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id='mouse-and-sensitivity-settings'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mouse and Sensitivity Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-2-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Tarik CS2 Settings\" class=\"wp-image-29374\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-2.webp\" data-full-size=\"1920x1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-2-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-2-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-2-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-2-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-2-1916x1080.webp 1916w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-2.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ELEAGUE Major Boston 2018<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These settings are fundamental for consistent <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/how-to-practice-aim-in-cs2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">aim <\/a>and movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Setting<\/th><th>Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>DPI<\/strong><\/td><td>800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sensitivity<\/strong><\/td><td>1.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>eDPI<\/strong><\/td><td>1200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Zoom Sensitivity<\/strong><\/td><td>1.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hz<\/strong><\/td><td>1000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Windows Sensitivity<\/strong><\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tarik\u2019s sensitivity is designed for precision with a mouse DPI that\u2019s fairly standard for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.counter-strike.net\/cs2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">CS2<\/a> pros. This combination offers a balance between flick shots and tracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='crosshair-settings'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crosshair Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tarik\u2019s crosshair is clean and minimal, helping reduce clutter while remaining visible on most backgrounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Setting<\/th><th>Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Style<\/strong><\/td><td>Classic Static<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Follow Recoil<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Dot<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Length<\/strong><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Thickness<\/strong><\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Gap<\/strong><\/td><td>-3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Outline<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Outline Thickness<\/strong><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Color<\/strong><\/td><td>Green (255\/255\/255)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Split Distance<\/strong><\/td><td>7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fixed Gap<\/strong><\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Inner Split Alpha<\/strong><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Outer Split Alpha<\/strong><\/td><td>0.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Split Size Ratio<\/strong><\/td><td>0.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sniper Width<\/strong><\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This crosshair is static and doesn\u2019t follow recoil, which many players prefer for consistency and muscle memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='viewmodel-settings'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Viewmodel Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"761\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-1-1024x761.webp\" alt=\"Tarik CS2 Settings\" class=\"wp-image-29375\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-1.webp\" data-full-size=\"1453x1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-1-1024x761.webp 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-1-300x223.webp 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-1-768x571.webp 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Tarik-CS2-Settings-1.webp 1453w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tarik&#8217;s stream<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How your weapon appears on screen can influence your vision and comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Setting<\/th><th>Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>FOV<\/strong><\/td><td>68<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Offset X<\/strong><\/td><td>2.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Offset Y<\/strong><\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Offset Z<\/strong><\/td><td>-1.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Preset Position<\/strong><\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bob<\/strong><\/td><td>False<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tarik\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/best-cs2-viewmodel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">viewmodel<\/a> moves the weapon slightly out of the way while still keeping it natural, allowing better visibility during movement and firefights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='video-and-graphics-settings'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Video and Graphics Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Optimized video settings can improve visibility and performance during gameplay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='basic-video'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic Video<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Setting<\/th><th>Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Resolution<\/strong><\/td><td>1280\u00d7960<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Aspect Ratio<\/strong><\/td><td>4:3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Scaling Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>Stretched<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Brightness<\/strong><\/td><td>80%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Display Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>Fullscreen<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a stretched 4:3 resolution can make player models appear wider and easier to spot, a common choice for competitive players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='advanced-video'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced Video<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Setting<\/th><th>Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Boost Player Contrast<\/strong><\/td><td>Enabled<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>V-Sync<\/strong><\/td><td>Disabled<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Model \/ Texture Detail<\/strong><\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Texture Filtering Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>Bilinear<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Shader Detail<\/strong><\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Particle Detail<\/strong><\/td><td>Unknown<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ambient Occlusion<\/strong><\/td><td>Unknown<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>FidelityFX Super Resolution<\/strong><\/td><td>Unknown<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These settings reduce visual clutter and can help increase FPS while enhancing clarity for enemy players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='hud-and-radar-settings'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">HUD and Radar Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tarik also customizes his HUD and radar for better in-game information clarity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Setting<\/th><th>Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>HUD Scale<\/strong><\/td><td>0.95<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>HUD Color<\/strong><\/td><td>White<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Radar Centers Player<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Radar Rotating<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Radar Size<\/strong><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Radar Zoom<\/strong><\/td><td>0.45<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These changes help Tarik track enemies and maintain spatial awareness more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='tips-for-using-pro-settings'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Using Pro Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 20px; max-width: 1000px; margin: 30px auto; font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, sans-serif; text-align: center;\">\n\n  <div style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(33.333% - 20px); background: #e3f2fd; padding: 24px 20px; border-radius: 12px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n    <div style=\"font-size: 36px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f<\/div>\n    <strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 6px;\">\n      Adapt to Your Hardware\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n      If your monitor refresh rate or resolution differs, adjust settings accordingly.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(33.333% - 20px); background: #f3e5f5; padding: 24px 20px; border-radius: 12px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n    <div style=\"font-size: 36px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/div>\n    <strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 6px;\">\n      Sensitivity Is Personal\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n      Even pro settings may take time to feel natural and comfortable.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div style=\"flex: 1 1 calc(33.333% - 20px); background: #e8f5e9; padding: 24px 20px; border-radius: 12px; box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n    <div style=\"font-size: 36px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\ud83c\udfcb\ufe0f<\/div>\n    <strong style=\"display: block; font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 6px;\">\n      Practice Consistently\n    <\/strong>\n    <p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n      Settings only help when muscle memory and aim training keep pace.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Using setups like Tarik\u2019s can provide a competitive foundation, but always tweak them to what feels best in your hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='summary'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These settings are popular among <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/cs2-pro-settings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">competitive CS2 players<\/a> and can be a great starting point if you\u2019re trying to play like Tarik.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"gap: 20px;\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap 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id=\"boomdevs_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='1-what-sensitivity-does-tarik-use-in-cs2'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><strong>1. What sensitivity does Tarik use in CS2?<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Tarik uses an 800 DPI mouse with an in-game sensitivity of 1.50, resulting in an eDPI of 1200. This setup balances precision aiming with fast flicks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='2-does-tarik-use-a-static-or-dynamic-crosshair'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><strong>2. Does Tarik use a static or dynamic crosshair?<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Tarik uses a static crosshair that does not follow recoil. This helps maintain consistency and improves muscle memory during sprays.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='3-why-does-tarik-play-on-a-4-3-stretched-resolution'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><strong>3. Why does Tarik play on a 4:3 stretched resolution?<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>A 4:3 stretched resolution makes player models appear wider, which can make enemies easier to spot and track in fast-paced fights.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='4-are-tarik-s-video-settings-optimized-for-performance'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><strong>4. Are Tarik\u2019s video settings optimized for performance?<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Yes. His settings prioritize low visual clutter and high FPS, with most advanced graphics options set to low or disabled.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 id='5-should-i-copy-tarik-s-settings-exactly'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><strong>5. 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