This tutorial will take you step-by-step through the process of downloading mods from Nexus Mods.
- Finding mods can be done in various ways found in the Files drop-down menu on the top of the site. From here you can browse the categories, new or newly updated files, top files, use the advanced search, search by tags, or browse the Files of the Month.
- Once you've found a mod read the description, then click the Files tab.
- You will now be presented with one or more files, categorized as Main files, Updates, Optional files, Old files, and miscellaneous. Which file(s) to download varies from mod to mod, so be sure to read the installation instructions! Now you have two ways to download the file. You can either download it through Vortex (recommended), or you can download it manually.
- Vortex: Click the Mod Manager Download button on the file you want to download. This will open Vortex and begin the download.
- Manual: Click the Manual Download button. A small window will open, where the download will either automatically start, you will be prompted with a donation request, or the required files will be listed. If it does not automatically start the download, simply click the Download button.
- You have now downloaded a mod. If you need any help installing the mod you just downloaded, check out the 'How to install mods' tutorial for Oblivion, Fallout 3, or Skyrim
Download the mod you want, open NMM, go to the 'mods' tab of NMM's main pane. Click the '+' icon and find the downloaded mod file. Click okay and it should be added to your list (most LL mods will turn up in 'Unassigned' category if you have category view enabled). The Nexus Mod Manager (NMM) is a free and open source piece of software that allows you to download, install, update and manage your mods through an easy to use interface. It integrates with the Nexus sites to provide you with a fast, efficient and much less hassle free modding experience. The Nexus Mod Manager makes this process safer and easier by providing users with an easy way to download, install, enable, disable, and remove Fallout 4 mods, all from a centralized interface. NMM is now a community project, and its development /support has been moved to GitHub.
Nexus Mod Manager (NMM) is open-source software that allows users to install, download, and update their files through an easy to use interface. The main purpose of the mod manager is to integrate with Nexus sites to provide an efficient way to use different mods. Nexus Mod Manager Login Error.
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Overview
This step-by-step tutorial will guide you through installing the Nexus Mod Manager (NMM) on your system.
Installation
- Go to the NMM download page
NMM is now a community project, and its development /support has been moved to GitHub:
NMM is now a community project, and its development /support has been moved to GitHub:
- Releases (Downloads)
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- Issues
- Save the file to your hard-drive like you would any other file you download
- Run the installer program you just downloaded. If you get a warning about running the program from your operating system or anti-virus, you must allow the program to run. NMM is completely safe!
- Select the language you would like the installation process to use. Note: this does not affect NMM once it is installed.
- The installer wizard should pop up after you hit ok. Hit 'next'.The installer wizard
- Read the license agreement and click accept if you agree to the standard GPL terms.
- Now you have the choice of where you want to install NMM. It is highly recommended that you use the default install path. Click 'next' to continue.
- You now have the option to create a start menu folder. If you do not want to have one created, then click on the box that says 'Don't create a Start Menu folder'. Click 'next' to continue.
- Now you have the choice to set file extension associations. It is highly recommended you keep the default settings selected else NMM might not work as intended.
- Now you have the chance to review what you are about to install. If you are happy with your selections, hit 'install' and the program will begin installing.
- Your installation of NMM should now be complete. You have the choice to launch NMM when you click finish, simply uncheck the box if you do not want it to open after you exit the installer. Click 'finish' to exit the installer.File associations
A new 'Nexus mod manager' button should be visible on your desktop, as long as you did not turn off the option during the installation process. You can run NMM from any time using this button.