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If you've been redirected here, your bug report was likely vague and not helpful for actually finding a solution to your issue. Please read this carefully, because I will help if you put even just a little effort in on your end.
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Before you do anything else...
- Read. Everything. EVERYTHING in the mod description!!!
- Next, go to the Comments section and read ALL Sticky Posts.The are stuck to the top because the author wants you to see them!
- Then check out at least the most recent comments
- If applicable, visit the Articles/Forum tabs
- Finally, read the other Bug Reports
What is a bug?
A bug is an error in the mod. Whether it's a bad texture, mesh, or an error in the data package (ESP/ESL/ESM.) Bugs will be present even on an otherwise unmodded setup.
What is NOT a bug?
Mod conflicts are when two or mods have conflicting data with another mod. This often presents the same as bugs BUT the key difference is that issues caused by mod conflicts are not present if the other mod(s) is not loaded. These may need a patch to fix or you may just need to adjust your load order.
Why does it matter?
Bugs are a modder's responsibility and they (and other users) would benefit from knowing about it. If you find a bug after ruling out your other mods, please report it in the Bug Reports section!
Mod conflicts are not a modder's responsibility: there is no way modders can (or want to) test their mod with the millions of mods out there. Conflicts are not inherent to the mod, and should not be reported as bugs. However, it would be helpful for users and the modder to be made aware of, so I recommend leaving a comment in the Comments section!
What Information Should You Include in a Bug Report?
-What version of the mod are you using?
Include the version number. Nexus tacks one onto reports, but it is usually inaccurate.
-If there are multiple versions of the mod include your choices
Whether it be separate files or choices you make while installing with a FOMOD, etc. This can make a HUGE difference, as they can contain completely different data and the modder needs to know exactly where to look for the issues.
-Are you using any additional patches the modder made?
Include these in your report.
-Have you ruled out other mods/tested on a minimal mod load?
If not, please do this. If you don't want to, then don't post as a bug report (as it may or may not be a bug.) Adding a comment about it is fine, though, of course.
Explain your issue.
Give as much information about who/what/where/when/how you encounter the bug. Give information about how you tested for it, what happens, exactly when the problem happens. The more info, the better.
-Did you encounter the bug while updating? Say what version your started with and what version you updated to.
-Are there particular NPC(s) affected? Add their names.
An Example of a Report I'd Like to See:
*on the Nexus Bug Report Page: Very Real Cat Mod*
Hi Modder. I'm using version 2.0, the Oops All Bingus option.
While playing, I noticed Bingus (the cat that lives in the Bannered Mare) has solid purple eyes. I tested without any other mods active and it still happens. It only happens to Bingus, all the other cats I've seen have normal eyes.
I am not using any of your other patches for the mod.
Bottom line: modders should not have to play 20 Questions to get to the bottom of the problem.
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