How to turn off Simple Build in Fortnite

Simple Build is a new feature introduced in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 that simplifies the building process by allowing you to place structures with fewer inputs. But how do advanced players turn it off?

The new Simple Build feature is designed primarily for beginners or players returning after a break, as it lets you use just two buttons to build different structures depending on where your camera is pointing. While this makes building easier, many competitive players prefer to disable this feature to regain full control over their builds.

Thankfully, turning off Simple Build in Fortnite is pretty straightforward. Whether you activated it by accident or want to switch to manual building for more precision, here’s how you can do it.

How to disable Simple Build in Fortnite

To disable Simple Build in Fortnite, all you need to do is:

1. Open Fortnite.
2. Go to the main menu.
3. Click on the Profile icon.
4. Click on the Gear button to access the Settings.
5. Head over to the “Game” tab (the fourth option from the left).
6. Scroll down to find the “Building” section.
7. Look for the “Simple Build” option.
8. Turn it off from there.
9. Then, click “Apply” to save your changes.

Once you turn off Simple Build, you’ll have full manual control over building again. This will allow more precise building, which is especially useful for competitive play.

Why keeping Simple Build off is better

Simple Build makes Fortnite‘s building mechanics more accessible by reducing the number of keys or buttons needed to create structures. However, this convenience also limits precision and flexibility.

Experienced players would prefer to disable it simply because it restricts advanced building techniques, which are crucial in fast-paced fights and 1v1 situations. Turning it off restores traditional keybinds for each building piece, so you can build exactly what you want and where you want.

You can toggle Simple Build on or off anytime you want, even in mid-game. In case you find yourself building simpler structures unintentionally, check if Simple Build is enabled. Also, turn off Simple Edit to get even more control over building.

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