Crouching in CS:GO is a fundamental movement mechanic that every player needs to master. I'll show you exactly how to crouch effectively and when to use it.

To crouch in CS:GO, press the CTRL key by default. You can also rebind this to another key in your game settings if you prefer. When you crouch, your character will lower their stance, reducing their hitbox size and increasing accuracy.

Here are the main benefits of crouching:

• Improved accuracy while shooting
• Smaller hitbox, making you harder to hit
• Silent movement
• Access to certain jump spots
• Better spray control

When to use crouching:

• During long-range firefights
• When spraying with automatic weapons
• To peek certain angles
• While jump-spotting
• In clutch situations for better accuracy

However, don't overuse crouching. Here's why:

• Makes you an easier target at close range
• Reduces mobility
• Creates predictable movement patterns
• Can develop into a bad habit ("crouch spraying")

Best practices for crouching:

• Combine it with strafing for unpredictable movement
• Use it situationally, not as a default reaction
• Practice crouch-spraying in deathmatch
• Learn common crouch-jump spots on each map
• Don't crouch-peek common angles

To change your crouch key:

1. Open CS:GO settings
2. Navigate to "Keyboard/Mouse"
3. Find "Move" settings
4. Locate "Crouch" and click to change the binding
5. Press your desired key

Remember that mastering when not to crouch is just as important as knowing how to do it. Practice these techniques in deathmatch or workshop maps before trying them in competitive matches.

For optimal performance, make sure your crouch key is easily accessible without affecting your movement with other keys (WASD). Many players use CTRL or C for crouching, as these can be pressed without compromising other essential movements.

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