No Tool Delay
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ 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
- 👍 5.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #360 of 858 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Patreon
I spend countless hours every day working on, updating, and fixing mods for everyone to enjoy. While I will never ask for anyone to pay me to make a mod or add a feature, any support is greatly appreciated. >>Check it out<<, you might find benefits that catch your eye!
No Tool Delay
Valheim added an arbitrary delay to tools in the 0. 148. 6 update. This mod removes it and comes with a config if you want to adjust the delay yourself.
Configuration
You have 2 methods of configuration:
-
[]Going to Valheim\BepInEx\config and opening Menthus.bepinex.plugins. NoToolDelay.cfg.
[
]Using the >>BepInEx ConfigurationManager<< plugin. Simply download it, put it in your Valheim\BepInEx\plugins folder, and press F1 when in-game.You have 2 configuration options:
Tool Use Delay (defaults to 0): How long the player has to wait until they're able to use their tool again(0. 5 is the Valheim default).
Hammer Deconstruction Delay (defaults to 0. 25): How long the player has to wait until they're able to deconstruct another object(0. 5 is the Valheim default).
Installation
This mod requires >>BepInExPack<< to work. Follow the BepInExPack installation instructions, then place the NoToolDelay.dll into the Valheim\BepInEx\plugins folder.
Links
GPORTAL
http://www.g-portal.com/?ref=Menthus15
Patreon
https://www.patreon.com/Menthus
Discord
https://discord.gg/veqFeuZFku
GitHub
https://github.com/Menthus123
Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfVYisJ8c6p37ol154rTHnw
Twitter
https://twitter.com/OriginalMenthus
No Tool Delay removes the tool delay introduced in update 0.148.6 for 7 Days to Die, with a config file to adjust or remove the delay entirely. Ideal for players who find the delay disruptive to gameplay.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Directly addresses a specific gameplay annoyance (124 endorsements)
- Configurable, so you can fine-tune the delay to your liking
- Lightweight and focused—does one thing and does it well
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021—may not work with the latest game version
- Only affects tool delay, so if you're looking for broader gameplay tweaks, this isn't it
For 7 Days to Die players who hate the tool delay and want it gone or adjustable. Skip if you're fine with the default delay or want more comprehensive gameplay overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod folder in your 7 Days to Die Mods folder (usually %AppData%/7DaysToDie/Mods).
- If you're playing on a server, make sure the mod is installed on both client and server for consistency.
- Check the config file to set the delay to your preferred value—0 removes it entirely.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- Menthus
- Version
- 1.2.0
- Downloads
- 2,271
- Endorsements
- 124
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 3/23/2021
- Updated
- 3/29/2021
🔧 How to Install Valheim Mods
Download from Nexus.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Valheim →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
🎮 Need cheat codes or console commands? Check ur gaming wiki for Valheim commands, item IDs, and more.
Keep browsing — more Valheim mods await