How to Create Mod Configuration Menus for Your Skyrim Mods

Are you a Skyrim enthusiast looking to enhance your modding experience? If you've ever wanted to create custom mod configuration menus using the popular SkyUI mod, you're in the right place. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the process step by step, starting from setting up the necessary tools to actually building your own mod configuration menus. Let's dive in!

Getting Started: Setting Up SkyUI and SKSE

To begin creating mod configuration menus for your Skyrim mods, you'll need to ensure you have SkyUI installed. SkyUI is a critical tool that enables the functionality we'll be working with. Make sure you have SKSE (Skyrim Script Extender) installed as well, as it's a prerequisite for using mod configuration menus effectively.

Head over to the SkyUI website and download the latest version of the mod.
Install SkyUI following the provided instructions to enable mod configuration menu support.

Acquiring the SkyUI SDK

For those keen on creating their own mod configuration menus, you'll need the SkyUI SDK. This SDK provides the necessary tools and resources to build custom configuration menus tailored to your mods.

Navigate to the SkyUI repository on GitHub to download the latest version of the SkyUI SDK.
Extract the downloaded SDK files to a location where your script files are stored.

Setting Up the Mod Environment

To prepare for creating your custom mod configuration menu, follow these steps to integrate the SkyUI SDK into your modding environment effectively:

Identify whether your script source files are in the "Scripts" folder or the "Source" folder within your Skyrim Special Edition directory.
Copy the required files from the SkyUI SDK into your script directory based on the location of your script files.
Consider creating a new mod using a tool like Mod Organizer 2 to manage the SkyUI SDK files effectively.

Creating a Basic Mod Configuration Menu

Now, let's dive into the actual process of crafting your mod configuration menu. Here's a brief overview to get you started:

Open the Creation Kit and create a new quest to serve as the foundation for your mod configuration menu.
Configure your quest to extend the SkyConfigBase script, which is essential for mod menu functionality.
Set up the properties of your mod, such as the mod name and the pages you want to include in the configuration menu.

Adding Functionality to Your Mod Configuration Menu

Once you've set up the basics, you can further customize your mod configuration menu by adding interactive elements and additional features:

Utilize the onPageReset event to define actions when specific pages are accessed within your mod configuration menu.
Experiment with different option types like text inputs, dropdowns, toggle buttons, and more to tailor the user experience to your liking.

By following these steps, you can create engaging and user-friendly mod configuration menus for your Skyrim mods. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes where we'll explore advanced features and functionalities for SkyUI modding. Happy modding!

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