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How to Increase Field of View in Iracing

How to increase field of view in iRacing and fix a narrow cockpit view fast. Step-by-step settings, monitor/VR tips, and a quick checklist for better race control.

If you’re asking how to increase field of view in iracing, the quick answer is: open iRacing’s Options → Graphics and raise the Field of View slider, then fine-tune using seat distance or an FOV calculator. You’re in the right place — below are simple steps and practical tips to get it right fast.

What’s really going on

Field of view (FOV) controls how much of the world you see on-screen. A low FOV feels “zoomed in” and hides peripheral detail; a high FOV shows more but makes objects look smaller. iRacing applies a single FOV value to your main view. The correct FOV depends on your screen size, resolution and how far you sit from the screen. In VR the headset limits FOV.

how to increase field of view in iracing (Quick Answer)

Open iRacing’s Options → Graphics and use the Field of View slider to increase the degree value until you get the view you like. If you want an accurate real-world feel, calculate FOV from your monitor width and eye distance or use a web FOV calculator and enter that value in iRacing.

Step-by-step fix

  1. Press ESC in iRacing and choose Options → Graphics. Locate the Field of View slider.
  2. Slide right to increase FOV. Watch your cockpit and mirrors as you change it to judge comfort and visibility.
  3. For a precise match, measure the visible screen width in front of you and your eye-to-screen distance, then use an online FOV calculator (enter width and distance).
  4. Enter the recommended degree from the calculator into iRacing. If the slider is imprecise, keep adjusting until the value matches.
  5. If you use triple monitors, set the combined screen width and use the calculator for total width; ensure bezel correction is considered.
  6. VR users: you cannot change headset native FOV in iRacing — adjust IPD or headset position for small differences, or switch to a different headset for larger FOV changes.

Extra tips / checklist

  • Save a baseline: note your original FOV value before big changes so you can revert.
  • Larger FOV improves peripheral awareness but reduces apparent size of distant objects; you may need to tweak steering sensitivity.
  • If the cockpit feels off, move your virtual seat (driver position) a small amount rather than only changing FOV.
  • Use a calculator for realism: a correct geometric FOV reduces depth perception errors and braking mistakes.
  • If the slider has no visible effect, check you’re altering the main camera (not a replay or TV camera) and that changes are applied and saved.

FAQs

Q: Will increasing FOV make me faster?
A: Not automatically. A wider FOV can improve situational awareness, but it can change how you judge distance. Expect a short adjustment period.

Q: How do I get an accurate FOV for my monitor?
A: Measure the active screen width in centimeters and your eye distance to the screen, then use an online FOV calculator. Enter the result into iRacing.

Q: Can I change FOV in VR?
A: No — VR FOV is set by the headset. Small adjustments can come from headset position or IPD, but iRacing can’t increase VR FOV beyond your headset’s hardware limit.

Q: My FOV setting looks wrong on triple monitors — what now?
A: Use the total combined screen width and include bezel gaps in your measurements. Also make sure the display configuration in Windows matches how iRacing renders the combined area.

Short wrap-up

Raise the Field of View slider in Options → Graphics to increase FOV, and use a calculator plus small seat tweaks for an accurate, comfortable view. Try a few values in practice sessions until it feels natural, then save the number for future use.