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What is the skill on my front bar X button in ESO?

Understanding the skill assigned to the front bar X button in The Elder Scrolls Online.

data retrieved 2026-08-09 · datamined via UESP

Understanding the Front Bar X Button

In The Elder Scrolls Online, the front bar is where you equip your primary weapon and abilities. The X button on your front bar corresponds to the first ability you have assigned to that bar. This ability can vary based on your class, build, and personal preferences. For example, if you are playing a Dragonknight and have assigned 'Inferno' to your first slot, pressing the X button will activate that skill.

How to Check Your Front Bar Skills

To see what skill is currently assigned to your front bar X button, simply open your character menu and navigate to the Skills section. Here, you can view all your equipped abilities on both your front and back bars. You can also change the abilities assigned to each slot, allowing you to customize your playstyle.

Changing Your Skills

If you want to change the skill assigned to the X button, you can do so by selecting a different ability from your skill list and dragging it into the appropriate slot on your front bar. Make sure to consider your overall build and the synergy between your skills when making changes.