SkyUI
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ Install Order · 3 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
- 👍 3.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #1 of 76 User Interface mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Core team: snakster, Mardoxx
Artwork: psychosteve
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[] Convenient inventory management with a feature-rich panel that supports full-text search, sorting and extended data columns.
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[] A powerful, categorized favorites menu that still keeps true to the original idea of a fast, non-intrusive way to access your essential items. Eight customizable hotkey groups allow to explore playstyles that were way too tedious before.
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[] Full-text search and highlighting of discovered locations on the map.
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[] Gamepad support, and intuitive and efficient keyboard navigation.
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[] For a complete list, see the Features Overview.
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STEP 1: Install the Skyrim Script Extender (SKSE)
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[] Install SKSE from Steam, or download the installer from skse.silverlock.org and run it.
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] Required SKSE version is 1. 7. 3 or newer.STEP 2: Install SkyUI
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[] Option A - Nexus Mod Manager (NMM)
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] Click the Download (NMM) button on top of this page.[] Activate SkyUI in NMM.
[] Option B - Manual Installation
[] Locate the Data/ folder in your Skyrim installation directory. Typically it's found at Program Files/Steam/steamapps/common/skyrim/Data/.
[] Extract the contents of the down
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[] Option A - Nexus Mod Manager (NMM)
SkyUI is a highly acclaimed PC-friendly interface overhaul for Skyrim, boasting over 918,000 endorsements and 25.9 million downloads. It replaces the default UI with a more elegant, efficient design and introduces advanced features like sorting and searching. Despite its age (last updated in 2015), it remains a staple for PC players seeking a better inventory and menu experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved (918,145 endorsements) — this is the gold standard for Skyrim UI mods
- Huge download count (25.9M) means it's battle-tested and compatible with countless setups
- Adds advanced sorting and search features that make inventory management a breeze
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015 — may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim Special Edition or Anniversary Edition patches
For PC Skyrim players who want a cleaner, more functional UI without the console-style clutter. Perfect for modders who spend hours in inventory menus and need better sorting and search. Skip if you're on console or prefer the vanilla look.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have SKSE installed first — SkyUI won't work without it, and you'll get a warning in-game if it's missing.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install SkyUI and keep your load order clean.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, check for the dedicated SE version of SkyUI — the original 2015 mod is for the classic edition.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- SkyUI Team
- Version
- 5.1
- Downloads
- 25,932,456
- Endorsements
- 918,145
- Category
- User Interface
- Created
- 12/17/2011
- Updated
- 8/18/2015
🔗 Required By 95 Mods
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
🧩 Commonly Used Together
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🔧 How to Install Skyrim LE Mods
Download from Nexus.
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