I need some help with NMM

[Bhrynjar]

Hello,

I have a question. How do I install updates and patches for mods with the Nexus Mod manager?
I'm quite confused with the install normal or overwrite thing.

[mikeprok17]

If you are upgrading to a new version, click yes and the newer version will update over the currently installed one. If you are just installing an add-on to an existing mod, most of the time you click no and just let it install without over-writing the existing files. Many mods actually tell you how to do this in their readme. Just read the NMM dialogue box carefully before making your choice. Make sure you are aware of the file that you are installing and the version of the current file. NMM displays the version along with other data about the mods.

 

Just remember that you can always uninstall through NMM then reinstall the mod and its components as long as you have not deleted the existing mod. It takes a bit of use before you feel comfortable but you will after you have been using NMM for a bit. It really is a very nice piece of software for managing and controlling your mods.

 

Another thing to keep in mind is to check the load order after you have made additions. If a mod has an add-on rather than an update, the add-on should be loading after the main mod in the load order. The same thing applies to mods which may be inter-dependent. For example, a mod they requires SkyUI should be loaded after the SkyUI file in the load order. This allows the correct files to be in place so a dependent mod can access necessary data. There is a utility called BOSS that helps optimize your load order if you need help. You can find more information on the main nexus site and in the NMM readme.

 

Best of luck,

 

Mike

[Bhrynjar]

Thank you for the answer