[:1]Installing Mods
Installation of UI/Mod addon files is actually very simple. When you download a file the author usually keeps the original file path where they should be stored to function. For example...
c:\World of Warcraft\Interface\Addons\Name of UI
However this is not always the case so the best thing to do is unzip or unrar the file (depending on the compression tool used by the author) to a temp directory.
Once you have the file unzipped there will be a folder, usually called the mods name. Copy this folder and paste it into the directory...
c:\Your World of Warcraft Directory\Interface\Addons\
All custom mods have to sit inside this Addons directory for WoW to pick them up. Anywhere else and they simply won't load when you start WoW.
Can I automatically install mods?
We have created a very cool tool called UICentral which will not only install mods from the site automatically but you can also check for new versions! Groovy! Head to... http://wowui.incgamers.com/?p=mod&m=2106 and download it.
Note: We are working on a new version right now and there are a few bugs in the cirrent version still.
Make sure Mods Are Enabled
Many of these mods let you know they're loaded in the chat screens as soon as you enter the game so it's always good to look there as soon as you join to see what has been loaded. You need to check this because Blizzard has included version checking on mods.
If you have downloaded a mod which has not been updated since the latest patch WoW will detect that this is the case and disable the addon. You need to enable the mod to work by checking the 'Load out of dat addons' box in addons screen in-game. Remember, not all mods need updating following a patch and some may still function perfectly well so you can always try enabling out of date addons if the mod you use has not yet been updated.
Addon Packs
Some files come as packs which are a collection of mods all put together. Again, follow the above procedure making sure you are placing the pack inside the Addons folder.
Always Remeber!
The trick to remember is that these mod files must sit inside the c:\Your World of Warcraft Directory\Interface\Addons\ directory to function.
Removing UI/Mods
Removing a mod is as simple as adding them. Just delete the mod folder directory within the Addons directory.
For example...
c:\World of Warcraft\Interface\Addons\Delete me mod.
Can I back-up my mods and mod Settings?
Yes you can thanks to our handy tool UIBackup. Check http://wowui.incgamers.com/?p=mod&m=2699 for all the details
Where can I find Blah Mod?
Always search http://wowui.incgamers.com for the latest mods and for mods you are looking for specifically. If you can't find it hit the mod forums here and ask.
Have anything to add? Post it below...|||how do I "unzip" files?|||Download and install winzip from winzip.com :)
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how do I "unzip" files?|||If you are using Windows XP, just double click on the .zip file as Windows XP has support for .zip files built into the OS.
Other versions of Windows need a third program such as WinRAR which opens .zip and .rar files, (Shareware), 7Zip which will open .zip, .rar and .7z files among others (Free, open source) or Stuffit Expander, which opens .zip, .sit, and other files (Free). Note on Stuffit Expander: it just opens the files, if you need to zip files then look at WinRAR or 7Zip.
If you are useing a Mac, use Stuffit to open .zip files.|||I have downloaded the metamap mod, extracted it to the addon folder but do not get an addons button so I can use it. What else do I need to do? Thanks for the help.|||I just installed fishing buddie 8.8b and cant figure out how to run it on my comp ive never done mods before and this is only my second week playing game can anyone help me out?????|||Quote:
I just installed fishing buddie 8.8b and cant figure out how to run it on my comp ive never done mods before and this is only my second week playing game can anyone help me out?????
Without knowing the nature of your issue, it would be difficult to help you. However, here are a few things to check:
1. Install Location - Make sure you have the mod installed in the correct path. Rushter's entry (the 1st in this thread) has some excellent detailed steps to follow.
2. Turn on the Add-On - When you login, and you see your character list, in the lower left side there is an add-on's button. Make sure you have your mod enabled.
3. When all else fails.... - Sometimes there is an extra step, or certain conditions that must be met, or known issues that have (or don't) a fix. If you are truly stumped, go back to the mod's website and check their FAQ. As well, often times there is a way to contact the author of the mod. Remember, be polite to whoever you talk to. These are gamers, like yourself, who are donating time and efforts into making WoW a better place to be!
Good luck, and I hope this helps!|||I do not have an add-on button at the charachter select screen! Can anyone tell me why?|||See this line in the post above you:
1. Install Location - Make sure you have the mod installed in the correct path. Rushter's entry (the 1st in this thread) has some excellent detailed steps to follow.
The most likely culprit is that you do not have the AddOns installed in the correct place. The file structure should be:
Interface
- AddOns
-- Your AddOn's folder
--- Your AddOn's files and subfolders
Example using Bagnon
Interface
- AddOns
-- Bagnon (the Bagnon folder)
--- Bagnon.lua
--- Bagnon.toc
---Bagnon.xml|||I am trying to install Titan_v2.20 addon and i cant, i have put it here; C:\Program Files\World of Warcraft\Interface\AddOns. Even though i have put it there no option has come up for me to add it to the game, and i also have no add-on button in the character select screen. P;ease help, thanks.
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