Ruler

⭐ — (23 endorsements) 📥 646 downloads 📌 v1.8 📅 3/27/2022
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Jere Kuusela · Construction

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 2/21/2025 📅 Created: 3/27/2022
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🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #277 of 464 Construction mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Ruler

Adds a new command for measuring and visualizing distances.

Manual Installation

  • []Install the BepInExPack Valheim.

    []Download the latest zip.

    []Extract it in the \<GameDirectory\>\BepInEx\plugins\ folder.

    []Optionally also install the Configuration manager.

    Usage

    • []ruler: Spawns the ruler object at your current position. If used at the same position, the ruler is removed.

      []ruler : Spawns the ruler with a custom radius. This can be used to visualize the distance.

      For example bind o ruler to quickly use the ruler with the O key. Or bind o ruler 10 if you want to visualize a radius of 10 meters.

      The distance is shown on the left side of the HUD. Following information is shown:

      • []Distance on each axis.

        []Total distance.

        []Distance on the XZ plane (without up / down direction).

        Configuration

        • []Color (default: red): Color of the ruler object.

          []Draw 3d (default: true): Whether to draw the ruler object as a sphere or as a circle.

          []Draw axis (default: true): Whether to draw axis lines on the ruler object.

          []Line width (default: 10): Size of the ruler object lines.

          []Show text (default: true): Whether to show text on the HUD.

          Thanks for Azumatt for creating the mod icon!

          Source: GitHub

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Ruler is a construction mod that adds a new command for measuring and visualizing distances. It has 23 endorsements and 646 downloads, last updated in February 2025. This is a niche utility for players who need precise measurements in their builds.

✨ Key Features

Adds a new command for measuring distances.
Visualizes distances for construction purposes.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Useful for precise construction planning.
  • Simple concept that fills a gap for builders.
  • Active mod (updated Feb 2025) with a small but engaged user base.

⚠️ Cons

  • Low endorsement count (23) suggests limited community testing.
  • May require manual command input, which could be clunky for some users.
🎯 Is This For You?
For construction-focused players who want to measure distances accurately in their builds. Skip if you prefer visual building aids or don't need precise measurements.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check the mod's page for any command syntax examples, as the description is sparse.
  • Test the command in a creative world before using it in survival.
  • Combine with other construction mods for enhanced building workflows.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Valheim Mods
Author
Jere Kuusela
Version
1.8
Downloads
646
Endorsements
23
Category
Construction
Created
3/27/2022
Updated
2/21/2025

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