Are there any outdated tweaks in FSX?
There are some outdated tweaks – leftovers from earlier version of FSX (SP1 or base version without any Service Packs) or even earlier version of Flight Simulator. I will indicate in this guide which values change positions of sliders in FSX settings.
What are the best settings to use with FSX?
Use settings that are appropriate to your setup (Hardware + FSX + Add-ons). Different add-ons (planes, sceneries, even weather settings) may require different tweaks and different configuration. All your tweaks and settings have to be adjusted to your personal preferences. Some people will be ok with 20 frames per second and better graphics.
Do I need to modify FSX config files?
All other fsx.cfg modifications and tweaks are not obligatory. Some may improve your performance or quality. There are some outdated tweaks – leftovers from earlier version of FSX (SP1 or base version without any Service Packs) or even earlier version of Flight Simulator.
How do I check the current FPS in FSX?
There is a very simple way to check the current FPS (frames per second) in FSX before you apply and test any tweaks in this document. You should have a flight loaded and the aircraft placed at the location you wish to check the frame rate for. You should then press SHIFT + Z to load up the informational display at the top of the screen.
Are the tweaks in this section safe to use in flight simulator?
The tweaks in this section have been checked to be harmless to the flight simulator. But, in case of FPS drops or other bugs, it is highly suggested that you erase the last tweak/s that you have added to your “fsx.CFG” file.
What happened to A2A Simulations Flight Simulator X?
Back in 2008, A2A Simulations released an aggressive concept to Flight Simulator X add-ons with the Accu-Sim Boeing 377 Stratocruiser. Accu-Sim bypassed the entire guts of the aircraft systems, and replaced it with it’s own coding.
How do I Turn on AA and as in FSX?
It is recommended that you set your video card drivers to “Application Controlled” for AA and AS, and use FSX’s in-game settings to turn the features on and off. This is opposite what was ideal for FS2004, but most users are finding superior performance with in-game control over these graphic quality items rather than in-driver.