How to Use Custom Crosshair Overlays in Fortnite
Fortnite doesn't have built-in crosshair customization, but you can use overlay apps to display a custom crosshair on your screen. This guide will walk you through the complete setup process.
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Why Use a Custom Crosshair?
- Better Visibility: Custom colors and sizes that work better on all backgrounds
- Consistency: Same crosshair across all weapons and situations
- Precision: Smaller crosshairs for better accuracy
- Personal Preference: Match your crosshair to your playstyle
Recommended Overlay Apps
Valo Crosshair Pro
- Free iOS app
- PNG export support
- Easy to use interface
- Multiple crosshair styles
- Quick export to photos
Crosshair V2
- Free on Epic Games Store
- Built-in crosshair editor
- Basic shapes
- Color customization
- Simple interface
Method 1: Valo Crosshair Pro (Recommended)
Valo Crosshair Pro is a free iOS app that makes creating and exporting crosshairs easy.
Download the App
Get Valo Crosshair Pro from the App Store - it's completely free.
Design Your Crosshair
Use the app's editor to customize your crosshair. Adjust shape, color, size, and other settings.
Export as PNG
Once you're happy with your design, export it as a PNG image to your photos.
Transfer to PC & Use with Overlay App
Transfer the PNG to your PC, then load it into an overlay app like Crosshair V2 (see Method 2 below) to display it over Fortnite.
Method 2: Crosshair V2 (Free)
A free Windows app available on the Epic Games Store with built-in crosshair customization.
Download Crosshair V2
Get it free from the Epic Games Store.
Launch and Customize
Open Crosshair V2. Use the built-in editor to customize your crosshair shape, color, and size.
Position the Crosshair
The crosshair will automatically center on your screen. Adjust position if needed.
Launch Fortnite
Start Fortnite. The crosshair overlay will appear over the game.
How to Disable Fortnite's Default Crosshair
To avoid having two crosshairs, disable Fortnite's default reticle:
Open Fortnite Settings
Press ESC in-game and click the gear icon, or go to Settings from the main menu.
Go to Game UI Tab
Find the "Game UI" or "HUD" settings section.
Find "Reticle" Setting
Look for "Reticle" or "Crosshair" option.
Set to "Off"
Turn the reticle off to hide the default crosshair.
Pro Tips
- Choose high-contrast colors: Green or cyan work well on most Fortnite backgrounds. Avoid dark colors.
- Use outlines: A black outline helps the crosshair stand out on any background.
- Start small: Smaller crosshairs are generally better for accuracy. You can always increase size later.
- Test in Creative: Before jumping into a match, test your crosshair in Creative mode.
- Consider bloom: If you disable the default reticle, you won't see bloom indicators. Some players use a dot crosshair with the default reticle still visible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is using a crosshair overlay cheating?
No. Crosshair overlays are allowed in Fortnite and are not considered cheating. They don't give you an unfair advantage - they just replace the default crosshair with a custom one.
Will I get banned for using a crosshair overlay?
No. Epic Games has not banned players for using crosshair overlays. Many professional players and streamers use them openly.
Does the crosshair overlay affect performance?
Minimal impact. Apps like Crosshair X are designed to use very few system resources. You shouldn't notice any FPS drop.
Can I use different crosshairs for different weapons?
With overlay apps, the crosshair stays the same regardless of weapon. If you want weapon-specific crosshairs, you'll need to manually switch or use the default reticle.
Why is my crosshair not showing in Fortnite?
Make sure "Always on Top" is enabled in your overlay app. Also, try running the overlay app as administrator.