How to Weapon Inspect in Rainbow Six Siege

Pulling off a clean weapon inspect animation mid-round isn’t just for show—it’s a tactical flex that keeps your hands warm between engagements. Since Operation Shadow Legacy, Ubisoft added this feature that lets you check your firearm’s condition with a simple input. Here’s how to master it across all platforms.

Default Weapon Inspect Controls

On PC, the default keybind is middle mouse click (MMB). Console players hold down Left D-Pad by default. These controls work whether you’re running an MP5 on Doc or an AK-12 on Fuze. The animation varies by weapon—ARs get a full chamber check while SMGs show a mag inspection. Pro tip: Time it during drone phases or when holding angles to avoid compromising positioning.

Rebinding Inspection Controls

If MMB feels awkward during firefights, rebind to a side mouse button or unused key like ‘N’. Console players can remap through Accessibility settings—I recommend swapping with Ping if you rarely use it. At Veterantriggers, we see pro players favor binds that don’t interfere with movement; one client runs inspect on Mouse4 alongside his Geissele Super Dynamic trigger.

Platform-Specific Differences

PS5 and Xbox Series X|S support haptic feedback during inspections—you’ll feel subtle clicks when manipulating the bolt or magazine. PC players get an edge with macro-capable mice; some run inspection loops bound to single clicks. Performance-wise, animations consume minimal resources—we tested at 240Hz with zero frame drops on properly tuned systems.

Tactical Applications

Beyond style points, weapon inspection serves practical purposes. The animation resets idle sway patterns, useful when holding pixel angles with ACOG sights. It also provides auditory cover—the metallic “click” of inspecting Glock slides can mask footsteps at close range. Just don’t pull this move in a 1v5 unless you’re styling on the last opponent.

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Last updated: April 28, 2026