This article explains how to hide behind covers in Grand Theft Auto V. These instructions apply to both the traditional third-person version of the game and the new, first-person version of the game.
Steps
Step 1. Approach an object that you can use as a cover
Here are some elements of the environment that you can take advantage of in this way:
- Corners
- Speakers
- Automobiles
- Low walls
Step 2. Face your character towards cover
You should be in contact with the object you want to use to repair yourself.
Step 3. Press the "Cover" button
The button varies based on the platform you are playing GTA 5 on:
- PC: Press Q.
- Xbox: press RB.
- PlayStation: press R1.
Step 4. Exit coverage
Holding the "Aim" key, right click on PC and left trigger on console, allows you to look over the cover, from above or to the side.
Release the "Aim" button and you'll be back behind cover
Step 5. Shoot from behind cover
Pressing your system's "Shoot" button, left click on PC and right trigger on console, allows your character to shoot over cover or to the side, without exposing his body or head.
Aiming before shooting allows you to shoot more accurately, but also exposes part of your body as you do so
Step 6. Press the "Cover" button again
This way you get out of coverage.
