How to set up the config.cfg configuration file in CS 1.6

The config.cfg file is the main file with game settings, which allows you to optimize the game for your needs. In this article, you will learn how to find, edit and optimize this file for better performance.

Where is config.cfg located?

It is usually located in the cstrike folder of your CS 1.6 client. Use a text editor (e.g. Notepad++) to edit.

Basic commands for config.cfg

• rate 25000 — maximum data transfer rate from the server.
• cl_cmdrate 101 and cl_updaterate 101 — number of updates per second.
• cl_interp 0 and cl_interp_ratio 1 — latency reduction.
• fps_max 101 — FPS limit for stability.
• hud_fastswitch 1 — quick weapon change.

Creating userconfig.cfg

It is recommended to create userconfig.cfg with personal settings and add the line exec userconfig.cfg to config.cfg — this will prevent you from losing your settings when updating.

Security Tips

Do not use prohibited commands and scripts to avoid account blocking.

Correct config.cfg settings are the basis for a comfortable game in CS 1.6.