WestTek Tactical Optics - Toggle HotKeys

⭐ ⭐ (537 endorsements) 📥 20,784 downloads 📌 v1.3 📅 1/15/2017
⚪ Last updated 2017

By Ruddy88 · Armour

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/19/2017 📅 Created: 1/15/2017
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ F4SE — Fallout 4 Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO4P — Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch Download ↗
3📦 West Tek Tactical Optics Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #40 of 226 Armour mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

WEST TEK TACTICAL OPTICS - TOGGLE HOTKEYS

IMPORTANT - Make sure you follow the installation instructions further down the page as the HotkeysPatcher files can not be installed with a mod manager.

V1. 0- Initial upload.

V1. 1 - Fixed an issue with the hotkeys.ini being included in the _BASE archive by mistake.

V1. 2 - Have cleaned up the ESP, added the option to craft your own lens colours (enabling a visual effect will temporarily override it to a new colour but when you toggle it off again it will return to the original colour), have also added an "Original Effects" option for those that want to use FadingSignal's original visual effects, and also added a new hotkeys patcher that will use the [ ] and \ keys so that there is no compatibility issues with other mods that may use the NumPad already. Have moved the patcher files into optional and have updated installation instructions to first explain how to manually edit it for those that dont want to run an unknown batch file (understandable).

V1. 3 - NEW Removed the ability to craft "Forehead" version. Instead, the armor comes as a forehead up version all the time, and will shift to the downwards position when an effect is toggled. Considering adding in a cosmetic "Down" version with no visual effects, or creating a new toggle to shift up and down (with effects only working when down). Leave feedback on this in the POSTS section please. You will only need to update the _BASE files, your'e original hotkeys.ini will work fine if you used the patcher, however, if you patched it manually then re-check the installation instructions (updated) as I had pasted the wrong code there originally.

DESCRIPTION

This mod adds a toggle option for the various primary visual effects for FadingSignal's WEST TEK TACTICAL OPTICS mod. It uses Registrator2000's FO4 Hotkeys mod to do it. Please follow install instructions as installing all files with a mod manager will not work as intended.

I also took the liberty of adjusting some values with some of the effects to balance it more and make it more friendly with other mods. The Night Vision effect now uses the vanilla night vision, this means it will benefit from mods that change this such as: Alternate Vision by Unforbidable. This also means you can modify the brightness of the night vision yourself. Secondly, I modified the thermal vision effect to be a little more balanced. It now highlights all living creatures and also applies

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This patch for WestTek Tactical Optics adds hotkey toggles for Night Vision, Thermal, and Targeting HUD effects using Num keys 1-3. Requires the original mod by FadingSignal. A small utility for players who want quick effect switching.

✨ Key Features

Adds toggle hotkeys for Night Vision, Thermal, and Targeting HUD effects.
Uses Num keys 1, 2, and 3 to toggle each effect on and off.
Requires the West Tek Tactical Optics mod by FadingSignal.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-trusted with 537 endorsements and over 20k downloads.
  • Simple hotkey setup—no need to dig through menus to switch effects.
  • Lightweight patch that does exactly what it says.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2017—may not work with the latest game version or other mods.
  • Requires the original West Tek Tactical Optics mod, so it's not standalone.
  • Hotkeys are fixed to Num keys—no rebinding options mentioned.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who use WestTek Tactical Optics and want quick access to toggle vision modes. Skip if you don't use that mod or prefer menu-based switching.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have the original WestTek Tactical Optics mod installed first, or this patch won't work.
  • Test the hotkeys in a safe area to confirm they work with your other mods.
  • If the hotkeys don't respond, check your load order to ensure this patch loads after the original mod.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Ruddy88
Version
1.3
Downloads
20,784
Endorsements
537
Category
Armour
Created
1/15/2017
Updated
1/19/2017

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