{"id":311002,"date":"2025-03-06T02:13:45","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T02:13:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=311002"},"modified":"2025-03-06T02:13:45","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T02:13:45","slug":"what-load-order-for-mods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/","title":{"rendered":"What load order for mods?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#What_Load_Order_for_Mods\" title=\"What Load Order for Mods?\">What Load Order for Mods?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#Understanding_Mod_Load_Order\" title=\"Understanding Mod Load Order\">Understanding Mod Load Order<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#1_How_Do_I_Know_What_Order_to_Put_Mods_In\" title=\"1. How Do I Know What Order to Put Mods In?\">1. How Do I Know What Order to Put Mods In?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#2_Do_Mods_Load_Top_to_Bottom\" title=\"2. Do Mods Load Top to Bottom?\">2. Do Mods Load Top to Bottom?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#3_Is_Mod_Load_Order_Important\" title=\"3. Is Mod Load Order Important?\">3. Is Mod Load Order Important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#4_Does_Mod_Install_Order_Matter\" title=\"4. Does Mod Install Order Matter?\">4. Does Mod Install Order Matter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#5_How_Do_I_Give_Priority_to_a_Mod\" title=\"5. How Do I Give Priority to a Mod?\">5. How Do I Give Priority to a Mod?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#6_Is_It_Safe_to_Install_Mods_Mid-Playthrough\" title=\"6. Is It Safe to Install Mods Mid-Playthrough?\">6. Is It Safe to Install Mods Mid-Playthrough?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#7_How_Does_Load_Order_Work_for_Mods\" title=\"7. How Does Load Order Work for Mods?\">7. How Does Load Order Work for Mods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#8_What_Does_Lod_Stand_for_in_Modding\" title=\"8. What Does Lod Stand for in Modding?\">8. What Does Lod Stand for in Modding?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#9_How_Do_You_Place_a_Mod\" title=\"9. How Do You Place a Mod?\">9. How Do You Place a Mod?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#10_Do_Mods_Decrease_FPS\" title=\"10. Do Mods Decrease FPS?\">10. Do Mods Decrease FPS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#11_Do_Mods_Make_Your_PC_Slower\" title=\"11. Do Mods Make Your PC Slower?\">11. Do Mods Make Your PC Slower?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#12_Which_Skyrim_Mods_to_Load_First\" title=\"12. Which Skyrim Mods to Load First?\">12. Which Skyrim Mods to Load First?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#13_Should_I_Beat_Skyrim_Before_Modding\" title=\"13. Should I Beat Skyrim Before Modding?\">13. Should I Beat Skyrim Before Modding?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#14_Does_Vortex_Automatically_Sort_Load_Order\" title=\"14. Does Vortex Automatically Sort Load Order?\">14. Does Vortex Automatically Sort Load Order?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-load-order-for-mods\/#15_Can_Too_Many_Mods_Crash_a_Game\" title=\"15. Can Too Many Mods Crash a Game?\">15. Can Too Many Mods Crash a Game?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Load_Order_for_Mods\"><\/span>What Load Order for Mods?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The <strong>load order<\/strong> for <strong>mods<\/strong> refers to the sequence in which <strong>mods<\/strong> are loaded by the game, with <strong>mods<\/strong> at the top of the list being loaded first and considered higher in the <strong>mod load order<\/strong>, while <strong>mods<\/strong> at the bottom are loaded last. To determine the <strong>load order<\/strong>, it&#8217;s essential to organize <strong>mods<\/strong> into categories, placing larger <strong>mods<\/strong> that affect more assets or aspects of the game above smaller <strong>mods<\/strong> within the same category that affect fewer assets or aspects of the game. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Mod_Load_Order\"><\/span>Understanding Mod Load Order<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To better understand <strong>mod load order<\/strong>, it&#8217;s crucial to recognize that the order in which <strong>mods<\/strong> are loaded can significantly impact the game&#8217;s stability and performance. <strong>Mods<\/strong> that are loaded first will have priority over <strong>mods<\/strong> loaded later, which can lead to conflicts and errors if not managed properly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_How_Do_I_Know_What_Order_to_Put_Mods_In\"><\/span>1. How Do I Know What Order to Put Mods In?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The order of <strong>mods<\/strong> can be determined by considering the type of <strong>mod<\/strong> and its impact on the game, with larger <strong>mods<\/strong> that affect more assets or aspects of the game typically loaded before smaller <strong>mods<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Do_Mods_Load_Top_to_Bottom\"><\/span>2. Do Mods Load Top to Bottom?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>mods<\/strong> load from top to bottom, with <strong>mods<\/strong> at the top of the list being loaded first and having priority over <strong>mods<\/strong> loaded later.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Is_Mod_Load_Order_Important\"><\/span>3. Is Mod Load Order Important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Mod load order<\/strong> is crucial, especially when dealing with a large number of <strong>mods<\/strong>, as incorrect ordering can lead to conflicts, errors, and game instability.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Does_Mod_Install_Order_Matter\"><\/span>4. Does Mod Install Order Matter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While the <strong>install order<\/strong> of <strong>mods<\/strong> does not directly impact the game, the order in which <strong>mods<\/strong> are listed in the <strong>mod manager<\/strong> does, making it essential to manage <strong>mods<\/strong> in an organized manner.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_Do_I_Give_Priority_to_a_Mod\"><\/span>5. How Do I Give Priority to a Mod?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Mods<\/strong> can be given priority using the <strong>Priority Up<\/strong> and <strong>Priority Down<\/strong> buttons in the <strong>mod manager<\/strong>, allowing users to adjust the <strong>load order<\/strong> as needed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Is_It_Safe_to_Install_Mods_Mid-Playthrough\"><\/span>6. Is It Safe to Install Mods Mid-Playthrough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Installing <strong>mods<\/strong> mid-playthrough can be safe for some types of <strong>mods<\/strong>, such as <strong>mods<\/strong> that add new items or quests, but may cause issues with <strong>mods<\/strong> that alter game mechanics or scripts.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_Does_Load_Order_Work_for_Mods\"><\/span>7. How Does Load Order Work for Mods?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>load order<\/strong> of <strong>mods<\/strong> determines which <strong>mod<\/strong> takes priority when multiple <strong>mods<\/strong> affect the same asset or aspect of the game, with the <strong>mod<\/strong> loaded first having priority.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_Does_Lod_Stand_for_in_Modding\"><\/span>8. What Does Lod Stand for in Modding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>LOD<\/strong> stands for <strong>Level of Detail<\/strong>, referring to the level of detail in game assets, such as textures, at varying distances.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_Do_You_Place_a_Mod\"><\/span>9. How Do You Place a Mod?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Mods<\/strong> can be placed in the <strong>mod manager<\/strong> by downloading and installing the <strong>mod<\/strong>, then adjusting its position in the <strong>load order<\/strong> as needed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Do_Mods_Decrease_FPS\"><\/span>10. Do Mods Decrease FPS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Mods<\/strong> that add graphical enhancements or new effects can potentially decrease <strong>FPS<\/strong> if the user&#8217;s hardware is not capable of handling the increased demands.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Do_Mods_Make_Your_PC_Slower\"><\/span>11. Do Mods Make Your PC Slower?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Mods<\/strong> themselves do not slow down a PC, but poorly optimized <strong>mods<\/strong> or those that require significant system resources can cause slowing or crashing.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Which_Skyrim_Mods_to_Load_First\"><\/span>12. Which Skyrim Mods to Load First?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>Skyrim<\/strong>, it&#8217;s recommended to load <strong>mods<\/strong> that affect game stability and mechanics first, followed by <strong>mods<\/strong> that add new content or graphical enhancements.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Should_I_Beat_Skyrim_Before_Modding\"><\/span>13. Should I Beat Skyrim Before Modding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s not necessary to complete <strong>Skyrim<\/strong> before installing <strong>mods<\/strong>, as <strong>mods<\/strong> can enhance the gameplay experience and provide new content to discover.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Does_Vortex_Automatically_Sort_Load_Order\"><\/span>14. Does Vortex Automatically Sort Load Order?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Vortex<\/strong>, a popular <strong>mod manager<\/strong>, includes <strong>LOOT<\/strong> integration, which automatically sorts the <strong>load order<\/strong> to minimize conflicts and ensure a stable game environment.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Can_Too_Many_Mods_Crash_a_Game\"><\/span>15. Can Too Many Mods Crash a Game?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, having too many <strong>mods<\/strong> can potentially crash a game, especially if the <strong>mods<\/strong> are not compatible with each other or if the user&#8217;s hardware is not capable of handling the increased demands.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Load Order for Mods? The load order for mods refers to the sequence in which mods are loaded by the game, with mods at the top of the list being loaded first and considered higher in the mod load order, while mods at the bottom are loaded last. 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