i have tried to just compress the mod file and boot up the game but it doesn't recognize the file in the mods folder.

I guess you've run into one of these problems:

Unexpected mod name: If your mod is in a folder instead of a zip file, make sure that the folder name is correct! Assuming you ...

Qon wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 9:02 pm No, you don't need to publish it.

And you don't need to compress it either to test it. You have some bug in your mod or placed it in the wrong spot.

i see, i hope i figure this out in the next few days. thanks for the explanation

i have tried to just compress the mod file and boot up the game but it doesn't recognize the file in the mods folder. do i need to publish it in the mod portal to see if it works at all or is there a different way?