Where on here should a noob find help installing mods?

[thechristophershow]

I'm new here. I have Skyrim on PC, but only just discovered this mod stuff. I'd like to download that Black Rose mod that's on the front page of Nexus (it's for CBBE players, whatever that is??), but I don't know where to begin. I downloaded NMM and set it up. I just don't know where to go next. Can someone help please?

 

UPDATE:

 

Nevermind, I finally found help.

Edited December 15, 2013 by thechristophershow

[Sulo]

Welcome!

 

When you browse through the numerous mods here, you notice a tab "files". Go there. Mostly, the most recent file version is the first in the list. You see the green button (download with manager)?

First, the NMM must be active / running, then click on the green button. It downloads the mod automatically. In the NMM you have a tab "mods", there you can see your downloaded mods.

When they appear there, you habe to activate them (2nd from top). If you've done it right, the red cross changes to a green checkmark. That's it.

CBBE is another mod - a body mod. Look it up via the search function. You have to install that one first - before installing the mod you've selected. Many mods have prerequisites you have to keep in mind while selecting them or installing (as other mods or changes to the game).

Most mods have a file "esp" that comes with them, you'll see them in the NMM's tab called "plugins". Make sure the file is activated (has a checkmark).

 

The best adress for quick help is the chat - if you don't want to wait for random posters like me answering your questions.

 

You best check a modding 101 like: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Q9ZnYgupuY

 

There are numerous help pages scattered around the net, you will have to do a bit of reading. But it's definitely worth it! Have fun.

[MotoSxorpio]

http://wiki.tesnexus.com/index.php/How_to_install_Skyrim_mods