Objectively Testing Sensitivity Effectiveness
Testing sensitivity effectiveness requires objective metrics beyond subjective feeling. Aim trainers like AimLab provide metrics: accuracy percentage, reaction time, target acquisition speed. Track these metrics with your current sensitivity over 10 sessions (100-200 shots each). Establish a baseline: if you maintain 60% accuracy consistently, that's your baseline.
Change sensitivity slightly, then play 10 more AimLab sessions under identical conditions (same scenario, same duration, same time of day). If accuracy improves above baseline and you're comfortable, the change was beneficial. If accuracy drops or you feel inconsistent, revert to previous sensitivity.
In-game metrics are less reliable due to numerous confounding variables (opponents' skill, day-to-day performance variance, utility availability). Use aim trainers for objective sensitivity testing, reserving in-game play for applying the skill. AimLab consistency metrics are particularly useful for sensitivity testing.
Time investment required: test sensitivity for 20-30 hours in-game before claiming it works or fails. During this period, accept initial unfamiliarity and focus on adaptation, not performance. After 30 hours, you'll have valid feedback on whether the sensitivity suits you.
Key Points
- Use AimLab for objective sensitivity testing
- Track accuracy metrics over 10 sessions
- Establish baseline before changing
- Test new sensitivity for 30+ hours
- Compare metrics objectively, not subjectively
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Judging sensitivity from single session
- Using in-game performance as only metric
- Not establishing baseline before testing
- Changing sensitivity before completing test
- Ignoring confounding variables in performance
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- Mouse Pad Setup and Ergonomics
- Video Settings and Their Impact on Aiming
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