Swapping hands in CS:GO is a simple yet effective technique that can give you a competitive advantage in certain situations. I'll show you exactly how to do it and when it's most useful.

To swap hands in CS:GO, use the "cl_righthand" command. Here's how:

1. Open the console by pressing the ~ key (usually under ESC)
2. Type "cl_righthand 0" to switch to left hand
3. Type "cl_righthand 1" to switch to right hand

For faster hand swapping, you can bind the command to a key:

1. Open the console
2. Type: bind "key" "toggle cl_righthand 0 1"
3. Replace "key" with your preferred keyboard key (example: bind "v" "toggle cl_righthand 0 1")

When to use hand swapping:

- When peeking left corners: Switch to left hand
- When peeking right corners: Switch to right hand
- To improve visibility when your weapon blocks important angles
- To match your dominant eye (if you have one)

Pro tip: Many professional players use hand swapping to gain better visibility around corners. Your weapon model can block up to 30% of your screen, so switching hands at the right moment can give you a clear advantage.

Common mistakes to avoid:

- Don't constantly switch hands during firefights
- Avoid switching hands while spraying
- Practice the timing in deathmatch before using it in competitive matches

Remember that hand swapping is personal preference. Some players never use it, while others swear by it. Try it out in practice mode first to see if it works for your playstyle.

If you're getting error messages when using these commands, make sure you:

- Have the console enabled in game settings
- Are playing on a server that allows client commands
- Have typed the commands exactly as shown

That's all you need to know about hand swapping in CS:GO. Start with the basic command, and once you're comfortable, create a key bind for faster switching.

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