Dear Diary Dark Mode - SkyUI Menus Replacer SE
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 6 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
- 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #61 of 141 User Interface mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A complete interface replacer for SkyUI and other Skyrim UI menus.
Works on any aspect ratio (automatically, no actions needed).
New UI sounds included (optional).
Compatible with Anniversary Edition.
What's new in comparison with old Dear Diary besides visual aspect:
HUD is now covered, based on SkyHUD, with support of:
- Frostfall and Last Seed widgets
- Oxygen Meter 2 and others
Dialogue menu is now covered, based on my Convenient Dialogue UI mod
Book menu is now based on my Convenient Reading UI mod
Item cards completely redone to have consistent look in terms of size and text positions
Almost all images have their own external SWFs to allow skins creation without the need of edit framework files
Stats menu is now compatible with any resolution / aspect ratio, you don't need to select options (your screen parameters will be autodetected)
Some mods will be autodetected now as well (moreHUD I. E., Experience)
Added new column for inventory menus: Warmth (for CC Survival Mode and any of its derivatives)
Provided full AE support (Start menu with working "Modifications" button and correct wallpaper mesh)
Added new images for all crafting stations (like for Alchemy and Enchanting previously)
MCM is now based on Wider MCM Menu's Option 2 ("Even Wider")
Journal menu is rearranged a bit (longer lists for Save-Load, Help, Settings, Statistics), faster save-load screenshots appearing
Loading menu with optional time on screen (12h or 24h), level percentage, hide 3D model, etc
Two different text color options: warm golden (recommended) and white (mostly for external skins)
Optional UI sounds added
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1. Choose one version: with warm (golden yellow) or with white text. I recommend the warm/golden one, it is shown on my screenshots. It offers a good contrast ratio without the eyes fatigue.
2. Install with mod manager, follow the FOMOD installer instructions and choose whatever you like.
3. After installation you may open the file interface\deardiary_dm\config.txt for enabling-disabling some options and to set transparency if you need it. There is detailed description for every option in that file. Some tweaks available:
Restore quicksave button
Lockpicking cheat mode (with optional timer)
Hide lock level
Map markers size and alpha
Directionless player map marker
Hide player map marker
Show additional weapon stats in inventory item card
Dear Diary Dark Mode is a Skyrim SE interface replacer that gives the UI a dark fantasy style with quality-of-life improvements. With 13,682 endorsements and 2.2 million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking an easier-on-the-eyes aesthetic. Last updated in 2022, it remains a community favorite.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (13,682 endorsements, 2.2M downloads)
- Dark fantasy aesthetic that's easy on the eyes for long sessions
- QoL improvements baked in, not just a visual swap
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2022 — may need patches for newer Skyrim versions
- Requires SkyUI, so if you're not using it, this won't work
For Skyrim players who want a darker, more immersive UI without straining their eyes. Perfect for modded playthroughs where you already use SkyUI. Skip if you prefer the vanilla look or want major UI overhauls with tons of options.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure SkyUI is installed first, then drop the mod files into your Data folder or use a mod manager.
- If you use other UI mods, load Dear Diary after them to ensure it takes priority.
- Check the mod's posts section for any compatibility patches if you're using popular UI extensions.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- uranreactor
- Version
- 1.1.1
- Downloads
- 2,199,536
- Endorsements
- 13,682
- Category
- User Interface
- Created
- 1/1/2022
- Updated
- 11/5/2022
🔧 How to Install Skyrim Mods
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