Performance Impact: None

in_mouse

Selects mouse input API: 0 disables; 1 DirectInput (OS-processed, potential lag/smoothing); 2 Raw Input (direct hardware, 1:1 precision). Raw (2) eliminates Windows interference for consistent aim—restart required.

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Pro Tip

Raw Input (2) is mandatory for every serious player, but the hidden trick is to also set in_mouse 2 in your autoexec.cfg AND add +set in_mouse 2 to your launch options — some Windows 11 installs still revert it on startup.

Friendly Name Input Method (Raw/Direct)
Default Value 2
Data Type enum
Quick Copy seta in_mouse "2"

Available Settings

ValueDescription
0 0 - Off (Disabled/Movie Making)
1 1 - DirectInput (Legacy - Can feel floaty/laggy)
2 2 - Raw Input (Recommended/Default, Pro Standard)

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