> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.greenhellmodding.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.greenhellmodding.com/tutorials/how-to-install-a-mod.md).

# How to install a mod

Let's get started with the first step!

### 1. Installing the mod loader

If you haven't done it already, install GreenHellModloader. Please review our guide on that topic for in-detail explanations.

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### 2. Finding mods

To search and find mods of your choice, we highly recommend using our [mods directory](https://greenhellmodding.com/mods). Scroll through the page and click on the mod you would like to check out. Alternatively, you can find a list of the most popular mods on our [home page](https://greenhellmodding.com).

![The mods directory](/files/-M5bAhEjLphtUzVxBXBP)

### 3. Downloading mods

On a mod's page you can find all information about a mod. You'll now need to download the mod by clicking `Download this mod` as shown below.

![Download the mod of your choice](/files/-M5bB6VTkDEAODWMGXYy)

### 4. Locating your mods folder

Open the GreenHellModLoader Launcher and click on the `Mods Folder` button as shown below. Your system should now open a window showing the mods folder.

![](/files/-M5bBVLAXIK5C7WM3QSP)

### 5. Installing the mod

After clicking on the Mods Folder button it will open your mods folder, drag and drop the downloaded .ghmod mod file in it as shown below.

![Drag and drop the downloaded file into the mods folder.](/files/-M5bCF0zDlo955WbpHq_)

### 6. Loading the mod

We're already done with installing the mod! Let's see how to load it in the game. Start the game by using the launcher and clicking on the **play** button. When the game has loaded go to the **Mod Manager** tab and if the mod has **load** button click on it as shown below. You will have to click `Load Mod` every time you start Raft.

If the mod you downloaded doesn't have a **load** button but has a **blue button** as shown below its a **Permanent Mod**, That means that its loaded by default and you don't have to deal with it.

![Click on Load Mod to load a mod.](/files/-M5bRPeSbgY-ekot3Agv)

![Permanent mods are loaded automatically](/files/-M5bSQiCElaBkIH1mj0h)

### 7. Done?

If everything has worked out, the mod status should be green and the text should say **RUNNING...** as shown below.

![](/files/-M5bShChPw7tJGfRzZ9i)

### **Troubleshooting**

Oh no, is anything not working as expected? Make sure to join our [Discord server](https://www.greenhellmodding.com/discord) and we will be happy to help you.<br>