Guide to CS:GO Config and Creating Autoexec

Guide to CS:GO Config and Creating Autoexec

By Roger on Oct 26th, 2024, 02:21
Guide to CS:GO Config and Creating Autoexec

CS:GO lets players customize many things in-game. You can change your resolution,  video settings, crosshairs, and more. Most of these changes are made on the game's console, where you only need to press the ~ key to toggle it. However, there's one big problem. When you restart the game, your settings often reset, too!

It's frustrating to have to redo everything each time. To fix this, many players use something called an "autoexec." This command saves your particular settings, which means. you don't have to re-enter them every time you play.

An autoexec is a file where you can save your game settings. It can include things like crosshair style, buy binds, and sensitivity. When you start CSGO, the game will load these settings automatically. It is super helpful because you don't have to set everything up again each time.

And there's more! You can use your autoexec anywhere. Just upload your autoexec file if you're on a different computer. It works even on LAN events. Once you add it to the game, you'll have all your usual settings ready.

This step-by-step guide follows on importing configs and making your autoexec file.

A Quick Pro Note

Always save or back up your personal autoexec or config file online. This will help ensure that you can still retrieve it if it is accidentally changed, replaced, or deleted.

Steps in Using CS:GO Pros’ Config

  1. Choose the player whose config you want to copy and download their config.
  2. Once the zipped file is downloaded, open it with your program of choice.
  3. Click on the Steam folder. You may check your Local Disc (C:) to look for it. That's "Program Files (x86)" -> "Steam" -> "userdata" -> YOURSTEAMID (it is a series of numbers that identifies your Steam ID) -> "730" -> "local" -> "cfg".
  4. Move the old config.cfg file to a backup folder.
  5. Move your downloaded configuration in the cfg map. Check if it is labeled "config.cfg". If it isn't, you should rename it. Right-click on the file, choose "rename", and type the appropriate filename.

A Quick Pro Note

Memorize your Steam ID or keep a copy handy. You can search for it by following this Steam guide

Always have a backup copy of your config. It will come in handy when you need to revert to it. Place it in an accessible folder or location.

Understanding How to Use a CS:GO Config

If you want to use a config by your favorite pro player, all you need is their config's downloadable file. These pro-player configs are easily downloadable. To use them, find the link to a CS:GO pro player's page. Once there, click the "config" link, and it will automatically start downloading. Make sure to only download from legitimate sites!

You may replace this config with your own at any time, which is why it is important to keep a backup. The steps are simple: Delete the downloaded configuration and paste your saved backup file back. 

Creating and Using Autoexec

It may seem technical, but creating autoexec is simple. All you need to do is follow the proper steps. The initial step is to download Notepad++ or any other text editor. This application can help edit the file you created.

Don't worry; this only takes up a little space as it is a small program. It is also very safe. Millions of users worldwide like it for various purposes. Once you've downloaded it, you may begin the process. Here's how:

  1. Navigate to your folder for CS:GO config. First, go to the Steam library. Look for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. Now, right-click on it. Choose "Properties". Click on "Installed Files". Click "Browse".
  2. It will take you to a map containing several folders. Look for "csgo", and then choose "cfg". It will show you an extensive list of documents and files.
  3. You need to create a new file. To do this: Right-click anywhere that is not a file (spaces in between). Click on "New", and then click "Text Document". Use the filename "autoexec.txt" for this file.
  4. Now, open the file you created and list your preferred commands. It will depend on your personal choices.
  5. One crucial thing you should not miss is making sure that the last line has the command "host_writeconfig." You have to double-check because sometimes configuration generators leave this out. You may save the file when all the autoexec lines are completed. Click on "File" and "Save As." Make the filename "autoexec.cfg" and ensure you spelled it out correctly. Choose "All Files" as its file type.
  6. Once done, your autoexec is good to go. You will see that the old .txt file still exists, but that can be deleted. You may use your downloaded Notepad++ to edit the autoexec each time you need to. You can do so by right-clicking on the file. Then, choose "Edit with Notepad++".

Whenever the game is launched, you must also launch your autoexec. For this, you need to go to the Steam library and follow these steps:

  1. Look for CS:GO and right-click on it
  2. Choose "Properties"
  3. Click "General"
  4. Look for "Launch Options" and then click on it
  5. Type "+exec autoexec.cfg"
  6. Press "ENTER"

That's it. You are all set!


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