Improved Hotkeys
⚪ Last updated 2008⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #299 of 308 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Improved Hotkeys v1. 1 By SirFrederik While there are a number of great hotkey mods available already, none of them allows the player to easily see what spells or items are bound to what hotkeys. Improved Hotkeys changes this - now your extra hotkeys function just like the Vanilla Oblivion hotkeys! Furthermore, Improved Hotkeys adds 4 extra equipment hotkeys, so you can change your equipment on the fly. Lastly, Improved Hotkeys allows you to delete spells from your spellbook. Download links: TES Nexus Planet Elder Scrolls Please rate after you download! Forum thread (best to ask questions here): BGs Forums 1. Installation Simply copy Improved Hotkeys.esp to your Data\\ directory and activate it. It can be placed anywhere in your load order. To uninstall, simply delete Improved Hotkeys.esp. Requires OBSE v0015 or higher! 2. Using Improved Hotkeys Using Improved Hotkeys is as simple as it gets: while in the inventory or spellbook menu, hold MODIFIER 1 (By default LEFT-SHIFT) to access extra hotkey set 1 or MODIFIER 2 (by default this is set to LEFT-ALT) to access extra hotkey set 2 and then number you wish to assign the selected item or spell to - just like the default hotkeys, this must be a number between 1-8. When holding MODIFIER 1/2 and 1-8 you will see the extra hotkey ring just like you see the default hotkey ring. To select the item or spell while playing, simply press MODIFIER 1/2 and the number again. To bind the equipment you are currently wearing, go to the inventory screen and press BIND KEY (by default this is set to RIGHT-SHIFT) and GEAR KEY 1/2/3/4 (by default these are 9/0/-/=). To select an equipment set while playing, simply press GEAR KEY 1/2/3/4. To delete a spell from your spellbook, press DELETE - you will get a message asking you to confirm before the spell is actually deleted. Note that after deletion, the spell will still be visible until you select another one. MODIFIER 1/2, BIND KEY, GEAR KEY 1/2/3/4 and MENU KEY can all be changed through an in-game menu, which is accessed by pressing BIND KEY (by default RIGHT-SHIFT) and MENU KEY (by default O) at the same time. You can also turn off messages and reset all settings to their defaults here. 3. Incompatibilities / Bugs No bugs or incompatibilities known. 4. Credits The OBSE Team for making this possible! Bethesda Softworks for a great game! 5. Changelog v1. 1 - Ammo now equips properly. - Made everything customizable through an in-game menu. - Added check for OBSE version. v1. 0 - Initial release.
Improved Hotkeys is a gameplay mod from 2008 that enhances the hotkey system by allowing players to see which spells and items are bound to each hotkey. It addresses a gap in existing hotkey mods, making it easier to manage assignments. With 565 endorsements and 14,099 downloads, it remains a niche utility for players seeking better hotkey visibility.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solves a real annoyance—no more guessing what's bound where
- Community-tested with 565 endorsements and 14k downloads
- Lightweight and focused, does one thing well
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2008—likely outdated for current game versions
- May conflict with other hotkey mods if not configured properly
For players who use multiple hotkeys and want a clearer view of their bindings. Skip if you're on a modern game version or prefer all-in-one hotkey overhaul mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod is compatible with your game version before installing
- If you use other hotkey mods, test for conflicts after installation
- Use a mod manager to easily enable/disable if issues arise
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- SirFrederik
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 14,099
- Endorsements
- 565
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 7/19/2008
- Updated
- 7/20/2008
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