Custom Container Sizes
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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
- 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #53 of 836 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod lets you set custom width and height for the item grid in containers. So far it lets you set custom sizes for:
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[]Wooden chests (default 8x4)
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]Personal Chests (default 6x3)[]Reinforced Chests (default 8x8)
[]Carts (default 8x4)
[]Karve (default 6x3)
[]Longship (default 8x4)
To change the custom sizes, edit the file BepInEx/config/aedenthorn. CustomContainerSizes.cfg (created after running the game once with this mod) using a text editor.
You can adjust the config values in-game using the Config Manager.
Width is limited to 8, but height can go to Valhala.
Technical
To install this mod, the easiest way is to just use Vortex, the Nexus Mods mod manager. It should take care of all dependencies.
To install manually, place the dll file in the BepInEx/plugins folder. You will need BepInEx.
Code is at https://github.com/aedenthorn/ValheimMods.
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Custom Container Sizes by aedenthorn lets players adjust the inventory sizes of chests, carts, and ships in Valheim. With 1,538 endorsements and nearly 40,000 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life mod for those who want more flexible storage. Last updated in February 2025, it remains a relevant tool for customizing gameplay.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,538 endorsements and nearly 40k downloads.
- Simple, focused mod that does exactly what it says.
- Updated recently (Feb 2025) so likely works with current game version.
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed instructions or configuration examples provided.
- May require manual config editing to set sizes.
- Only affects containers—no other gameplay changes.
For Valheim players who find default storage too small and want to tailor container sizes to their playstyle. Great for builders and hoarders who need more room. Skip if you're happy with vanilla storage or want a more comprehensive inventory overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a BepInEx mod, make sure you have BepInEx installed and drop the DLL into the plugins folder.
- Check the mod's config file after first launch to see available settings for adjusting sizes.
- Test with a single chest first to ensure sizes apply correctly before changing all containers.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- aedenthorn
- Version
- 0.8.0
- Downloads
- 39,723
- Endorsements
- 1,538
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 2/24/2021
- Updated
- 2/17/2025
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