1. Your system needs to be properly configured for modding
2. ScriptHookVDotNet3.dll - a current version - in GTA V folder
3. LemonUI.SHVDN3.dll - in your Scripts (or scripts) folder
4. Newtonsoft.Json.dll - included in the Carisma folder
5. A non-cracked or pirated version of GTA V
6. OpenIV (Pronounced Open 4, the same as GTA 4)
Carisma wasn't tested in Enhanced, only in Legacy. You'll need to test it yourself and possibly make modifications to the dlc if you're experienced with modding.
Installation is very simple, you must pay attention to details and have a basic knowledge of how to install both script and addon mods
1. Carisma Folder goes in your Scripts (or Scripts) Folder
2. GTA5VMP goes in your dlcpacks folder (Mods\update\x64\dlcpacks)
3. Add GTA5VMP to your dlclist.xml
Add this line: <Item>dlcpacks:/GTA5VMP/</Item>
While there isn't any usable LemonUI menu in Carisma, it is used as a "hack" for both displaying messages and also to help with mouse operation.
Newtonsoft.Json is used for persistence: saving and storing game data, such as saved vehicles. It is a text format, so it is superior to the more common approach of saving in binary formats with bin extensions. You can see bin files in outdated or poorly written persistence scripts.
You can change the Menu Key in the file called Carisma.ini which is in your Scripts/Carisma Folder
Under Settings, you can put, as examples, ImageMenuKey=F3 or ImageMenuKey=T
Similarly, under Settings, you can change the keys for the HUD key binding (SuperHUDKey) and the mouse driven Customize Menu key binding (CustomizeMenuKey)
Each Category has a Folder and a thumbnail png image. They have the same name but the png always has an underscore prefix. Spaces are allowed in the names. For example, Aston Martin (image containing folders) and _Aston Martin.png (the thumbnail image). This is covered step by step in the How To Guide
You can download images here: Vanilla Vehicle Previews
You can download images including many addons here: Vehicles Preview - About 2500 Cars
You can resize images (384 x 216) for better performance here: Resize Images in Batch (no account)
Absolutely. You will need to do this for your addon vehicles. Remember that large images will impact performance and keep your aspect ratio as 1920 x 1080
Examples:
640 x 360
384 x 216
320 x 180
Your saved persistent vehicles will be in Scripts/Carisma/Vehicles. They are JSON files which are text and can be edited. This is superior to most persistence script mods which use binary bin files
Absolutely yes. This is one of the best features of Carisma. It will identify any vehicle whether it is an addon or a vanilla GTA V vehicle. Instead of cryptic spawn names like BroF488P you can have Ferrari 488 Pista. This is covered step by step in the How To Guide
Absolutely yes again. This is one of the best features of Carisma. It will identify any ped whether it is an addon or a vanilla ped. Instead of cryptic hex or decimal spawn names like -1353446663 you can have Lara Croft, Tomb Raider. This is covered step by step in the How To Guide
Yes, you have full control over folders and thumbnails in the Vehicle Images Folder.This is your mod, do whatever you please. Add any category or remove any.
Yes, you can delete or replace textures in GTA5VMP. However if you remove textures you will no longer be able to select those features. If you replace a texture, keep the same name. Keep textures small and transparent for best performance and appearance
This is by design for memory optimization. It allows you to control when you want to spawn and it only takes one click. This approach is critical for games with lower RAM and VRAM. Memory issues are the number one reason the game crashes and why Rockstar put limits in the first place. It's a best practice, allowing you to spawn on demand, knowing your vehicles are safe and saved as is your game session.
JSON is a text methodology, rather than the usual binary method, allowing you to make edits manually (if desired) for any vehicle variable, including spawn location, easily and safely. Of course you can simply use the save function which does everything for you
The UI frameworks in Carisma are leading edge. The UI required for displaying rows and columns of images is distinct from the mouse driven UI used for vehicle customization and other features. That's why the two are required. It takes a few sessions to get used to it, but it's the best UI ever created for vehicles.
It's a play on words, cars and charisma.
Yes. You can view the 2 help files in the Scripts/Carisma Folder without running GTA V. CarismaHelp.html is mostly FAQs while CarismaHowTo.html is mostly step by step guides
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