How to Drop Items in Borderlands 4

The chaotic world of Borderlands 4 is a loot paradise, constantly showering you with an incredible array of weapons, shields, grenades, and class mods. However, your backpack’s capacity is not infinite. Sooner or later, you’ll be over-encumbered and faced with a critical decision: what to keep and what to discard. While simply dropping items is a quick fix, savvy Vault Hunters know that superior strategies exist for inventory management.
This comprehensive guide will not only show you the button commands to drop any item but will also explore smarter, more profitable ways to handle your overflowing inventory.

The Direct Method: How to Drop Items on the Ground

Sometimes, in the heat of battle, you need to immediately ditch a common weapon to grab a legendary drop. Here’s how to drop an item directly from your inventory menu on all platforms.

Open your Inventory or Backpack menu.

Highlight the specific weapon, shield, or item you wish to discard.

Press and Hold the designated button for your platform:

Platform	Control to Drop Item
PC (Keyboard & Mouse)	Highlight item and Hold R
Xbox Series X/S	Select item and Hold Y
PlayStation 5	Select item and Hold Triangle

A brief on-screen prompt will confirm the action, and the item will be dropped onto the ground where you are standing. Be aware that dropped items will eventually despawn if you leave the area.
Pro Tip: The Quick Swap Method

An alternative to the menu is to simply walk over a weapon on the ground and press the interaction button. If your inventory has space, you’ll pick it up. If your inventory is full, you will swap your currently equipped weapon for the one on the ground, effectively dropping your old gun.

Smarter Than Dropping: Optimal Loot Management Strategies

Dropping gear should be your last resort. Throwing away items means throwing away potential cash and resources. Instead, utilize these proven methods to clear space profitably.

1. Sell Junk for Cash at Vending Machines

The best way to turn unwanted loot into immediate profit is by selling it.Instead of dropping items, follow this efficient process:

• While in your inventory, mark unwanted items as "Junk" (typically by hovering over them and pressing Right Stick on controller or a designated key on PC).
• Travel to any Vending Machine located in sanctuaries or outposts.
• Access the "Buy" menu and navigate to the "Sell" tab.
• Simply select the option to "Sell All Junk." This instantly clears your marked items and adds a significant amountof cash to your wallet, which is essential for buying better gear andSDUs (inventory upgrades).

2. Secure Gear for Later in Your Bank

Are you holding onto a great low-level weapon for a new character? Orperhaps you found a rare item you’re not high-level enough to use yet?Don’t drop it or sell it—store it in your Bank.

• Banks are found aboard Sanctuary or in other major hub areas.
• Access the bank to deposit items you want to save for the future, freeing up precious backpack space for your current adventure.
• As you progress, you can purchase SDUs to upgrade your bank storage, allowing you to become a true loot hoarder.

3. Trade with Friends in Co-Op

Borderlands is best played with friends, and the loot system reflects that. If youfind a powerful weapon that doesn’t suit your character build but wouldbe perfect for your co-op partner, don’t drop it on the ground where it could disappear. Instead, open your menu, navigate to yourinventory, and use the dedicated trade feature to offer the itemdirectly to your teammate’s inventory. This ensures a secure and fairexchange.

By masteringthese inventory management techniques, you’ll ensure that no valuableloot goes to waste in your journey across the galaxies of Borderlands 4.

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