# Troubleshooting

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*Last updated:* 2025-08-10\
\&#xNAN;*Applies to Stardew Valley:* **1.6.15+**

> 📖 This guide will be available right on the Nexus Collection page soon!

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## Quick Fix: Try Restarting First!

Before diving into complex troubleshooting steps, **restart your computer** and try again. Many issues with Vortex, SMAPI, or the game itself can be resolved with a simple restart. This is often the fastest solution and can save you a lot of time!

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## Part 1 — Vortex Profile Check *(Only collection mods selected)*

1. On the [Nexus Mods collection page](https://next.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/collections/tckf0m), click **Add Collection**.
2. When prompted, install into a **New Profile**.
3. In Vortex, switch to that profile and confirm **only the collection's mods are enabled** (no leftovers or personal add-ons).
4. Ensure **Optional Mods** are ticked for full functionality.

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## Part 2 — Game Mods Folder Check *(Only mods Vortex knows about)*

5. In Vortex → **Mods** tab, click **Purge** to remove all active mods from the game folder.
6. Click **Open → Game Mods Folder** and manually delete any files/folders left behind.
7. Back in Vortex, click **Deploy** to put the clean set of mods back.

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## Part 3 — Game Installation Check *(Game itself is healthy)*

8. Use your store launcher to **verify integrity** of game files (fast reinstall):
   * **Steam:** Library → Stardew Valley → Properties → Installed Files → Verify
   * **GOG:** More → Manage Installation → Verify / Repair
   * **Xbox / Game Pass:** Right-click game → Manage → Files → Verify and Repair

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## Need More Help?

If you run into issues that aren't solved here, you can:

* Reach out to our community on [**Discord**](https://discord.com/invite/de2NrHXuty) for live assistance
* Create and share a SMAPI log so others can help diagnose your issue

## Further Support

For Vortex support:

* **Official Vortex Discord**: [Join Here](https://discord.com/invite/nexusmods)
* **Support Hours**: 9 AM – 5 PM GMT, Monday–Thursday

More help available:

* **Vortex Wiki**: [Read Here](https://wiki.nexusmods.com/index.php/Category:Vortex)
* **Stardew Setup Guide**: [Read Here](https://wiki.nexusmods.com/index.php/Modding_Stardew_Valley_with_Vortex)

The **official Stardew Valley Discord** does *not* support Vortex. Please respect their policy.

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## Additional Resources for Expansion Mods

If you're experiencing issues with specific expansion mods, these resources may help:

### Stardew Valley Expanded

* [Installation Guide](https://github.com/FlashShifter/StardewValleyExpanded/wiki/Install-guide)
* [Troubleshooting](https://github.com/FlashShifter/StardewValleyExpanded/wiki/Troubleshooting)
* [Wiki](https://stardew-valley-expanded.fandom.com/wiki/Stardew_Valley_Expanded_Wiki)
* [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/svexpanded)

### Ridgeside Village

* [Installation Guide](https://github.com/Rafseazz/Ridgeside-Village-Mod/blob/main/Installation%20Guide.md)
* [Wiki](https://ridgeside.fandom.com/wiki/Ridgeside_Village_Wiki)
* [Discord](https://discord.gg/4SRbjEQG2D)

### East Scarp & Lurking in the Dark, Sword & Sorcery, etc

* [Wiki](https://eastscarp.fandom.com/wiki/East_Scarp_Wiki)
* [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/QFtDA3CJwJ)

**Important:** Please avoid troubleshooting in these Discords unless you can show (via log) a repeatable error from their mod without the rest of the collection active.

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## How to Create a SMAPI Log

A SMAPI log is a text file that shows what mods loaded and any errors that occurred.

### Windows Users:

1. Press the **Windows** and **R** keys at the same time.
2. In the 'Run' box that appears, enter:

   ```
   %appdata%\StardewValley\ErrorLogs
   ```
3. Look for one of these files:
   * `SMAPI-crash.txt` (if the game crashed)
   * `SMAPI-latest.txt` (normal log from your last game session)

### Mac/Linux Users:

Visit [smapi.io/log](https://smapi.io/log) for platform-specific instructions.

### What to do with your log:

1. Upload it to [smapi.io/log](https://smapi.io/log)
2. Share the link in our [Discord](https://discord.gg/de2NrHXuty) for help!

**Tip:** The log will show exactly which mods loaded successfully and highlight any problems in red.

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