The promotion of accuracy, power, and speed as three equal elements is the prime objective of practical shooting along with procedures and rules for safe gun handling. The principles of practical shooting were developed and the motto - DVC - diligentia, vis, celeritas (accuracy, power, speed) was introduced to ensure the balance between the various principles.

Practical shooting emphasises firearms safety and safe gun handling, accuracy, power, and speed. It is currently the second most popular international target shooting discipline, being exceeded in global participation only by the events administered by the Olympic shooting sports [Union International de Tir (UIT)].