GTA 5 Modding FAQ - 50 Common Questions Answered 2025

GTA 5 Modding FAQ - Common Questions Answered

Getting Started

Q: Is modding GTA 5 legal?

A: Yes, modding single player is legal and tolerated by Rockstar. Never use mods in GTA Online.

Q: Will mods get me banned?

A: Only if used in GTA Online. Single player modding is safe. Script Hook V auto-disables online.

Q: Do I need to buy GTA 5 again for modding?

A: No, any PC version (Steam, Epic, Rockstar) supports mods.

Q: What tools do I need to start modding?

A: Script Hook V and OpenIV are essential for most mods.

Installation Questions

Q: Where is my GTA 5 folder?

A: Steam: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Grand Theft Auto V
Epic: C:\Program Files\Epic Games\GTAV
Rockstar: C:\Program Files\Rockstar Games\Grand Theft Auto V

Q: What is the mods folder?

A: A folder created by OpenIV that keeps mod files separate from original game files.

Q: Do I need to create a mods folder?

A: Yes, for any mods that modify game archives (.rpf files).

Q: What is dlclist.xml?

A: A file that tells GTA 5 to load add-on content. Edit it for add-on vehicles/mods.

Troubleshooting

Q: Game crashes on startup after modding

A: Update Script Hook V, check mod compatibility, or remove recent mods.

Q: Mods stopped working after game update

A: Wait for Script Hook V update, then update your mods.

Q: Script Hook V Critical Error

A: GTA 5 updated but Script Hook V hasnt. Wait for update or downgrade game.

Q: Vehicle mods not appearing

A: Check dlclist.xml entry, verify file paths, use trainer to spawn.

Performance

Q: Why is my FPS low with mods?

A: Graphics mods are demanding. Lower settings or remove heavy mods.

Q: How many mods can I install?

A: With Gameconfig and Heap Adjuster, hundreds. Depends on your PC.

Q: Do script mods affect FPS?

A: Most script mods have minimal impact. Graphics mods affect FPS most.

Specific Mods

Q: How do I spawn add-on vehicles?

A: Use a trainer like Menyoo or Simple Trainer to spawn by name.

Q: Can I use LSPDFR with other mods?

A: Yes, LSPDFR works with most mods. Some may conflict.

Q: Do I need ScriptHookVDotNet?

A: Only for .NET script mods (.dll, .cs files in scripts folder).

Online Safety

Q: Can I play GTA Online with mods installed?

A: Risky. Script Hook V blocks itself, but remove mods folder to be safe.

Q: How do I safely switch between modded and online?

A: Rename mods folder to mods_backup, or use a mod manager.

Advanced

Q: Can I create my own mods?

A: Yes! Start with modifying existing mods, then learn scripting or modeling.

Q: What programming language for GTA 5 mods?

A: C++ for ASI mods, C# for .NET mods via ScriptHookVDotNet.

Conclusion

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