How to Use GTA 5 Map Editor - Complete Building Guide 2026

GTA 5 Map Editor — Complete Guide to Building Custom Locations 2026

Map Editor mods let you place, move, and rotate objects anywhere in GTA 5 to create custom locations, race tracks, bases, and more. This guide covers Menyoo and Map Editor usage.

Using Menyoo PC for Map Building

1. Install Script Hook V and place Menyoo.asi in the game root
2. Launch game and press F8 to open Menyoo menu
3. Navigate to Object Spooner
4. Select Spawn Object by Name or browse categories
5. Place the object — use arrow keys to move, Page Up/Down to rotate
6. Use Manage Entity Database to select and fine-tune placed objects
7. Save your map: Save Placement File → give it a name

Using Map Editor by Guadmaz

1. Install Script Hook V + .NET Script Hook
2. Place MapEditor.dll in your scripts folder
3. Press F7 to open Map Editor
4. Browse the object catalog and select props/buildings
5. Click to place, drag to move, scroll to rotate
6. Save maps as .xml files that auto-load on game start

Tips for Great Map Builds

• Use snapping — align objects precisely to avoid floating or clipping
• Layer objects — combine multiple props to create complex structures
• Test collisions — walk and drive through your creation to check for issues
• Use lighting props — add lamps, neon lights for atmosphere
• Save frequently — crashes can lose unsaved work
• Performance limit — too many objects (500+) can cause FPS drops

Converting to Permanent Maps

• Menyoo .xml maps only load when Menyoo is active
• For permanent maps, convert to .ymap format using CodeWalker
• Package as a DLC using dlc.rpf structure
• Add to dlclist.xml for automatic loading without mods