Spell Hotbar
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 5 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
- 👍 1.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #9 of 20 Magic - Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Adds a Spell Hotbar to skyrim
Supported Skyrim Version
The mod is built with CommonLib-NG is verified to work on 1. 5. 97 and 1. 6. 640
1. 6. 1070 should also work, but only quick testing was done.
This mod is currently just released to the public and not extensively tested.
SpellHotbar adds two quest scripts (the MCM menu and the script for key input handling and cast events).
Both should be able to get rid of from your save by using ReSaver, but no guarantees, still use at or own risk.
Requirements
Address Library for SKSE Plugins
Jcontainers
PapyrusUtil
powerofthree's Papyrus Extender
DAR or OAR - for animations
Inventory Interface Information Injector - if you want icons in the swf menu
Does not really matter for the main plugin.
Spell packs should be installed after their respective spell mod to overwrite the i4 .json
Known Problems
Shouts and Powers do not work when you bind your "shout" key to the mouse. The script is required to send the shout input and this does not work with the mouse (seems like a Papyrus bug)
"Help my Bar did reset"
You likely just swapped weapons and now use a different bar, see the description about bar inheritence.
"Sometimes an animation is slightly delayed or wrong"
Papyrus ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Extensive Config options
Read Github Wiki for explanation of all MCM setting options
Slotting Spells
Up to 12 shortcuts can be defined for spells to be directly cast (with weapons in hands) by script. The slots can be assigned from within the magic menu by hovering over a spell and pressing their shortcut.
Spells, Powers and Shouts are supported.
Multiple Bars
There are multible different bars available with inheritance that automatically change depending on your equipped items.e. G: "Two-Handed" bar inherits from "Melee" which inherits from "Default". Inheritance can be disabled for individual bars
Bars Structure
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[]Default
[
]Melee[]Dual Wield
[]1H + Shield
[]Dual Wield
[]1H + Spell
[]Magic
[]Ranged
[]Sneak
- [
[]Dual Wield Sneak
[]1H + Shield Sneak
[]Dual Wield Sneak
[]1H + Spell Sneak
[]Magic Sneak
[]Ranged Sneak
[]Vampire Lord
[]Werewolf (no use without mods)
Every bar except Default, Vampire Lord and Werewolf can be individually disabled, in that case the parent is used. Just one "Default"
Spell Hotbar adds an MMO-style hotbar for Skyrim spells, shouts, and powers, with up to 12 slots, weapon-dependent bar swapping, and modifier keys (ctrl, alt, shift) for extra bars. Spells are script-cast, enabling seamless integration. Ideal for players who want quick access to multiple abilities without pausing.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with over 1,000 endorsements and 69k downloads.
- Hotbar auto-swaps based on weapon type—smart design for combat flow.
- Modifier bars give you up to 48 potential slots if you use all combos.
⚠️ Cons
- Script-casting might feel slightly delayed compared to native casting.
- Hotbar UI may conflict with other UI overhaul mods.
- Requires careful load order to avoid issues with other magic mods.
For Skyrim players who want MMO-style quick casting without pausing the game. Perfect for spellswords or mages who juggle many abilities. Skip if you prefer vanilla menu casting or minimal UI changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage load order.
- Bind the hotbar keys to comfortable keys like 1-0, and use ctrl/alt/shift for extra bars.
- Test the hotbar in a safe area to get used to the script-casting timing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- pWn3d
- Version
- 0.1.2
- Downloads
- 69,170
- Endorsements
- 1,014
- Category
- Magic - Gameplay
- Created
- 2/3/2024
- Updated
- 5/1/2024
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