spray_menu Commands Help & Examples 

On this page, we’ll be looking at using graffiti in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and CS2. Not only will we guide you on what graffiti binds are and how they work, but we’ll also look at the following commands:

• +spray_menu
• -spray_menu

CSGO Graffiti Bind Command Details

First, we’ll look at the +spray_menu and -spray_menu commands in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, which you can use to open and close the graffiti spray menu. These commands will basically let you quickly and easily pick and apply different graffiti sprays when you’re playing.

If you can bind these commands to specific keys, it makes it even easier to quickly switch between graffiti options without having to work your way through the various menus, which means that your tactical communication and personal expression on the battlefield will be even better. Essentially, using these commands can make it much easier to mark specific locations or add certain visual cues, making it easier to communicate and coordinate with your teammates.

• +spray_menu

This console command opens up the graffiti spray menu.

• -spray_menu to hide it.

Whereas this command can be used to hide it.

Additional Information:

• Are sv_cheats Required: No, cheat mode is not required.
• Is it a Client or Server Command? Both for Clients and Servers

About CSGO Graffiti Binds

Let’s now take a look at the various graffiti binds in the game and how to make use of them. Basically, in Counter-Strike, a graffiti bind refers to the ability to bind specific graffiti sprays to specific keys on your keyboard.

A graffiti spray is simply a cosmetic item that you can use to spray paint on surfaces when playing the game and it can be used not just to make things look a bit more decorative but also for various tactical purposes – so you can leave your mark on the game in more ways than one.

How Graffiti Binds Work

As touched on above, graffiti binds make it quicker and easier to use graffiti sprays by assigning specific sprays to keys on your keyboard. You can set up these binds through the game’s developer console, which will mean you’ll be able to create custom commands which link a particular graffiti spray to a particular key.

When you then go on to press the bound key during your match, the corresponding graffiti spray will then be applied to the surface you’re aiming it – which means that you won’t need to manually select sprays from the in-game graffiti menu all the time, which saves lots of time and means you can so it quickly, keeping up with the pace of the match.

Graffiti binds can be hugely versatile – and you can tailor them to your individual preferences and strategies. You can use them for tactical communication, marking bomb sites, indicating various chokepoints, or simply just to have a little fun marking your territory and making the map look pretty! By setting up different graffiti binds, you can not only become much more efficient – but you also get to add a personal touch to their CS gameplay experience.

Setting up a Graffiti Bind

The great news is that setting up a graffiti bind in Counter-Strike is a pretty straightforward process using the game’s developer console. Here’s how you can set them up:

1. Enable Developer Console: First, make sure that you have enabled the developer console in your game settings. Open up the game settings menu, click on ‘Game Settings’, and set ‘Enable Developer Console’ to ‘Yes’ – and confirm the changes.

2. Open the Developer Console: Then, press the tilde key (~) on your keyboard to open the developer console while you’re in the game.

3. Create the Primary Bind: To create your graffiti bind, you’ll need to type the following command into your console:

• bind <key> “use <spray_name>”

Replace <key> with the key that you want to bind (e.g., F1, Numpad 1) and <spray_name> with the name of the graffiti spray you want to bind. For example:

• bind F1 “use graffiti_decoy”

This will bind the spray named “graffiti_decoy” to your F1 key.

1. Save and Apply: Once you’ve entered your command and bind, you just need to press Enter to apply it. You can create different binds for different sprays using different keys.

2. Testing: Then, you can close the console and test the bind in-game by pressing the assigned key. Hopefully, the corresponding graffiti spray will then be applied to whatever surface you’re aiming at.

Different Types of Graffiti Binds

There are a number of different graffiti binds out there – and these are some of the most common types you might want to use:

Default Graffiti Binds:

These binds are set up so you can quickly access default sprays like the decoy, bomb code, and CT/T-sided team logos. Players often choose to bind these sprays to the keys that are the easiest to access when they are playing – such as function keys (F1, F2, etc.) or side mouse buttons.

Example:

• bind F1 “use graffiti_decoy”
• bind F2 “use graffiti_bombcode”
• bind F3 “use graffiti_ct”
• bind F4 “use graffiti_t”

Customized Tactical Binds

Players can also create binds for certain tactical situations. For example, setting up graffiti sprays at bomb sites to mark the most critical spots or using a custom spray to communicate your strategies with your team mates quickly.

Example:

• bind Numpad1 “use graffiti_b_site”
• bind Numpad2 “use graffiti_a_site”
• bind Numpad3 “use graffiti_rush_b”

Personalized Graffiti Binds

As the name suggests, you’d use these binds purely for personalization and fun, so you can express your style with graffiti of your choice. You might use graffiti from your favorite teams, memes, or even custom artwork.

Example:

• bind F5 “use graffiti_unicorn”
• bind F6 “use graffiti_pepe”
• bind F7 “use graffiti_teamlogo”

Quick Communication Binds

These are mainly used in competitive play – and are absolutely essential for quick communication. You can use them to mark locations, indicate enemy positions, or even troll opponents with suitable graffiti binds if you’re so inclined!

Example:

• bind Mouse4 “use graffiti_enemy_spotted”
• bind Mouse5 “use graffiti_noob”

Top Tips for Using Graffiti Binds

That being said, here are some of our top tips to make the most out of graffiti binds:

1. Place them Strategically: Make sure you assign important graffiti binds to keys that are easy to reach and remember – especially when gameplay gets intense. This means you can access them quickly without interrupting your focus on aiming or movement.

2. Customization: It’s also a good idea to personalize your binds with sprays that suit your playstyle or communicate effectively with your team. Whether you’re marking bomb sites, trying to indicate enemy positions, or adding a bit of fun with memes.

3. Practice: Practice makes perfect – and it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with your binds through practice. Using them a lot will help you to build muscle memory and react much more quickly in the most critical moments of the game.

4. Communication: You should use graffiti binds to communicate with your team more effectively. Marking important locations or strategies with graffiti can help to improve coordination and tactical awareness with you and your teammates.

5. Use them Tactically: Try to use graffiti binds strategically – to distract the enemy, confuse them, or even set traps. Timing and placement can sometimes play a massive role in getting your team a tactical advantage.

6. Team Spirit: Sprays like team spirit! Show a bit of team spirit by using team logos or supportive graffiti binds during matches. It can really boost morale and create a positive atmosphere with you and your teammates.

Creating A Graffiti Bind Whenever You Throw a Smoke Grenade

You can also create a CS bind that sprays graffiti whenever you throw a smoke grenade! To do this, you just need the following commands:

• alias “+smoke_graffiti” “+attack; use weapon_knife; use weapon_incgrenade”
• alias “-smoke_graffiti” “-attack”
• bind “mouse4” “+smoke_graffiti”

Let’s break each part down…

• alias “+smoke_graffiti” This part defines an alias for when you start holding down the designated key (mouse4 in this case).

• +attack will initiate the attack (throwing) action.

• use weapon_knife will switch to your knife – to ensure that the graffiti can be sprayed.
• use weapon_incgrenade selects smoke grenades.

• alias “-smoke_graffiti” this defines what happens when you release the key (mouse4).

• “-attack” stops the attack action.

If you want to use this bind, simply paste these commands into your autoexec.cfg file (which you’ll find in \Steam\steamapps\common\Counter-Strike Global Offensive\csgo\cfg\) if you haven’t set up an autoexec.cfg file, you can create one and add these lines.

After setting up the bind, whenever you hold down mouse4 (or whichever key you choose), it will throw a smoke grenade and spray graffiti at the same time. You can switch mouse4 up to your preferred key if you want to – and remember, if you get a new mouse, make sure you reset it.

Five Examples of Useful Graffiti Binds

Let’s take a look at some of the most useful graffiti binds you might want to take advantage of…

1. Bomb Site Markers: You can assign graffiti binds to mark bomb sites (A or B) to notify your teammates of enemy presence or bomb plant status.

2. Enemy Position: Use graffiti to tell teammates enemy positions, which is doubly important for choke points or areas where enemies generally push.

3. Defensive Signals: Mark defensive positions or fallback spots for your teammates during retakes or defensive setups.

4. Team Coordination: Assign team logo sprays or motivational messages to boost the team morale and help with coordination.

5. Baiting: You can use sprays strategically to bait your opponents into checking certain angles or distract them.

Conclusion

Hopefully, you know everything there is to know about graffiti binds in the world of Counter-Strike. Graffiti binds can be really helpful for all sorts of reasons – they can help the user quickly deploy graffiti sprays with just one press of a key. Whether you use them to communicate your tactics, decorate the area, or express yourself, they can add extra dimensions to your gameplay- and let you leave your mark on the battlefield.

So, experiment with different binds and graffiti designs and find what works best for you.