ENB AO Toggler
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #2 of 50 Utilities mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
SKSE plugin which toggles ENB AO depending on location to boost performance. Supports SE and AE.
ENB AO Toggler is an SKSE plugin for Skyrim Special Edition and Anniversary Edition that automatically toggles ENB ambient occlusion based on location to improve performance. With 668 endorsements and 25,730 downloads, it's a popular utility for players seeking FPS gains without sacrificing visual quality everywhere.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 668 endorsements and over 25k downloads
- Direct performance boost by disabling AO in less demanding areas
- Works for both SE and AE versions of Skyrim
⚠️ Cons
- Only toggles AO, not other ENB effects, so performance gains are limited
- Requires SKSE, which may be a barrier for some users
- Potential compatibility issues with other mods that modify ENB settings
For Skyrim players who use ENB and want better performance without manually toggling AO. If you're not using ENB or don't care about FPS, this isn't for you.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have SKSE installed and launch the game through SKSE for the plugin to work.
- Test in a few different locations to see the FPS difference and ensure AO toggles as expected.
- If you use a mod manager, install the plugin via your manager to keep track of files easily.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- doodlum
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 25,730
- Endorsements
- 668
- Category
- Utilities
- Created
- 7/30/2022
- Updated
- 7/30/2022
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