Hoe Radius
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #28 of 836 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod allows you to modify the size of land affected by the hoe by holding down an optional modifier key (default left alt) and scrolling with the mouse, or pressing one of two customizable hotkeys (default disabled).
You can also adjust the increment values and hotkeys in the config file.
Config
A config file BepInEx/config/aedenthorn. HoeRadius.cfg is created after running the game once with this mod).
You can adjust the config values by editing this file using a text editor or in-game using the Config Manager.
To reload the config from the config file, type hoeradius reset into the game's console (F5).
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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Hoe Radius is a gameplay mod for Valheim that lets you adjust the hoe's radius using the scroll wheel or custom hotkeys. With nearly 2,000 endorsements and over 80,000 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life tool for builders who want more control over terrain shaping.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (1,943 endorsements) — this is a must-have for any serious builder
- Over 80,000 downloads show it's battle-tested and works for tons of players
- Scroll wheel and hotkey controls mean you can tweak radius without opening menus
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated June 2026 — might lag behind future Valheim patches
- Requires BepInEx (not explicitly stated but standard for Valheim mods) — check your setup
For Valheim builders who are tired of the default hoe radius and want finer control over terrain leveling. Perfect for those who like to sculpt large areas quickly or need precision for detailed builds. Skip if you never use the hoe or prefer vanilla gameplay.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have BepInEx installed — most Valheim mods need it, and this one is no exception
- Test the scroll wheel adjustment on a flat area first to get a feel for the radius changes
- If hotkeys conflict with other mods, check the config file to rebind them
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- aedenthorn
- Version
- 0.4.2
- Downloads
- 80,461
- Endorsements
- 1,943
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 5/12/2021
- Updated
- 6/7/2026
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🔧 How to Install Valheim Mods
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