skyrim-mcm
Create and edit MCM Helper configuration files for mod settings menus. Use when the user wants to add in-game settings, configuration options, toggles, sliders, or dropdowns to their mod.
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About skyrim-mcm
The skyrim-mcm skill enables mod developers to create and manage configuration files for in-game mod settings menus using the MCM (Mod Configuration Menu) system. It addresses the challenge of providing customizable options for Skyrim mods by generating JSON files compatible with MCM Helper, allowing mods to include toggles, sliders, and dropdown menus directly accessible in the game. By using this skill, developers can streamline the process of adding user-configurable settings without manually editing complex configuration files, ensuring a more efficient and error-free workflow.
This skill offers several core capabilities for managing mod settings. Users can create new MCM configuration files, retrieve information about existing configurations, and validate them to ensure correctness. It supports adding toggles (checkboxes) with optional help text, sliders with customizable minimum, maximum, and step values, and organizing controls across multiple pages within the mod menu. The commands are executed through Spooky's AutoMod Toolkit, allowing for consistent file paths and integration into automated mod development pipelines. These features simplify the creation of structured and user-friendly settings menus that can enhance the player experience.
Target users include Skyrim mod developers and hobbyists looking to provide configurable in-game options for their mods. Typical use cases involve creating basic mod settings with enable/disable toggles, adding sliders for gameplay adjustments such as damage multipliers, and organizing more complex mods with multi-page configuration menus for different aspects like combat, magic, or general settings. This skill is particularly valuable for developers aiming to maintain modular, easy-to-update configurations while ensuring compatibility with MCM Helper and enhancing the accessibility of mod customization for players.
FAQ
How do I create a new MCM configuration for my mod?
You can create a new configuration by running the create command with your mod's internal name, display name, and the desired output file path using Spooky's AutoMod Toolkit.
Can I add multiple pages to my mod's settings menu?
Yes, you can assign controls to different pages using the --page option when adding toggles or sliders, allowing you to organize settings into categories like General, Combat, and Magic.
How do I ensure my MCM configuration is valid?
You can validate a configuration file by using the validate command, which checks the structure and content of the JSON file to ensure compatibility with MCM Helper.
Do I need any specific directory to run these commands?
All commands should be run from the toolkit directory of Spooky's AutoMod Toolkit. Navigate to this directory before executing any commands.
Which types of controls can I add to my MCM configuration?
You can add toggles (checkboxes) and sliders with customizable text, values, and help descriptions. These controls can be organized across multiple pages within the menu.
Install skyrim-mcm
Quick Setup:
- Copy the skill folder to
.claude/skills/ - Claude will automatically detect and use the skill
Repository
SpookyPirate/spookys-automod-toolkit