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Dotline

An open source crosshair overlay for Windows and Linux

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Features

Open source, customizable crosshair overlay with presets and cross-platform support.

Customizable Crosshairs
Customization • UI

Create crosshairs your way with many style options.

10+ Presets
Convenience • Design

Choose from over 10 presets.

Import & Export Configs
Portability • Sharing

Save and share your crosshair setups easily.

Cross-Platform
Compatibility

Runs on Windows and Linux (tested on Windows 11 and Arch Linux KDE).

Dotline vs Others

A quick, high-level comparison to help you choose what fits your needs.

DotlineDotlineOpen Source
Community-driven, free
  • ✅ Free & open source
  • ✅ Windows and Linux support
  • ✅ In-app editor
  • ✅ 10+ presets with deep customization
  • ✅ Import/Export configurations
  • ✅ No ads
  • ✅ Portable and installer builds
  • ✅ Auto updates
Crosshair XCrosshair XCommercial
Proprietary, distributed via Steam
  • ❌ Paid software (proprietary)
  • ❌ Only Windows support via Steam
  • ✅ Preset library and in-app editor
  • ❌ Not open source
  • ✅ No ads
  • ❌ Requires Steam platform for distribution/updates
Crosshair v2Crosshair v2Commercial
Proprietary, distributed via Steam
  • ❌ Free software (proprietary)
  • ❌ Only Windows support via Steam
  • ❌ Small Preset library and no in-app editor
  • ❌ Not open source
  • ✅ No ads
  • ❌ Requires Steam platform for distribution/updates

Crosshair X, Crosshair v2, and Dotline are separate, third-party products. Dotline is not affiliated with or endorsed by Crosshair X or Crosshair v2.

Ready to Try Dotline?

Download Dotline and customize your crosshair experience on Windows and Linux

Currently in Alpha - Please report any issues on GitHub