To manually download Steam workshop mods, follow these steps:
1. Open your favorite web browser and go to the Steam workshop page. You don’t need to be logged in to view the workshop.
2. Once on the workshop page, you can browse through the various mods available. You can search for specific mods using the search bar or browse through different categories to find mods that interest you.
3. Once you find a mod you’d like to download, click on it to open its workshop page. Here, you’ll find more information about the mod, including user reviews, screenshots, and a description.
4. To download the mod, you’ll need to copy the URL from the top bar of your browser. Simply highlight the URL, right-click, and select “Copy” or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+C (Command+C on Mac).
5. Now, you’ll need to use a third-party website that allows you to download Steam workshop mods. One popular website for this purpose is “Steam Workshop Downloader”. Open a new tab in your browser and search for “Steam Workshop Downloader”.
6. Once you find the website, open it and you’ll see a text field where you can paste the URL of the workshop item. Right-click in the text field and select “Paste” or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (Command+V on Mac) to paste the URL you copied earlier.
7. Before clicking the download button, you have some options to consider. One option is to select “No Extraction” if you want to download the mod as a compressed file, which you can extract later using a program like WinRAR or 7-Zip. Another option is to select “Direct URL” if you want to download the mod directly without any additional steps.
8. After selecting your preferred options, click on the download button. The website will then process the URL and generate a download link for the mod.
9. Click on the download link provided, and your browser should start downloading the mod file. The file will be saved to your computer’s default download location unless you specify a different location.
10. Once the download is complete, you can locate the mod file on your computer. If you chose the “No Extraction” option, you’ll have a compressed file (usually a .zip or .rar file) that you can extract using a program like WinRAR or 7-Zip. If you chose the “Direct URL” option, you’ll have the mod file ready to use.
11. If you downloaded a compressed file, right-click on it and select “Extract Here” or choose a specific folder to extract the contents to.
12. you can now use the mod file you downloaded. Depending on the game and mod, the installation process may vary. Typically, you’ll need to place the mod files in the appropriate folder or use a mod manager to install and enable the mod in the game.
Remember, downloading mods from third-party websites can be risky, as they may contain malware or be outdated. Always ensure you trust the website and scan the downloaded files with an antivirus program before using them.