: Never fire multiple shots from the same spot. After a shot, "break and swap"—switch to your secondary weapon immediately to finish the kill or reposition.

: Align your enemy in the center of your screen before you aim down sights (ADS). This ensures you're already on target the moment you scope in.

: Bullet drop and travel time are your biggest hurdles. For example, in Fortnite , each line below the center of your scope can represent specific distances (e.g., 40m per line for the Reaper Sniper).

: In games like Forge of Empires , look for "snipe opportunities" in neighbor cities where you can secure reward spots for fewer Forge Points than the reward is worth. 3. Sailing the "Snipe" (Nautical)

: Ensure your spreader angles are identical; if one shroud looks forward and the other aft when viewed from the side, adjust your screws. 4. Woodworking "Snipe" (Technical)

This is the art of buying underpriced items the millisecond they are listed.

Depending on what you're after, "sniping" could mean landing long-distance headshots, scoring deals on the auction house, or even fine-tuning a sailboat. 1. Combat Sniping (FPS Gaming)