Loot Detector

fallout-4 — Mods & Enhancements

Loot Detector adds a glow effect to lootable corpses and collectibles when you have the Scrapper perk, making loot easier to spot. With over 20,000 endorsements and 800,000 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life mod for Fallout 4 players, though it hasn't been updated since 2018.

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Downloads: 802,148 | Endorsements: 20,148

💡 Notes

By xatmos | v3800 | 20,148 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Make sure you have the Scrapper perk before expecting the gl

Make sure you have the Scrapper perk before expecting the glow to appear — it's tied to that perk.

If you use a mod manager like Vortex or NMM, install this mo

If you use a mod manager like Vortex or NMM, install this mod manually or via manager; it's a simple ESP/ESL file.

Check for compatibility patches if you use other loot or UI

Check for compatibility patches if you use other loot or UI overhaul mods, as they might conflict.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Huge community trust with 20,148 endorsements and 802,148 downloads.
Simple QoL improvement that saves time scanning for loot.
Works with the Scrapper perk, making it a natural fit for scavenger builds.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2018 — may have compatibility issues with current game patches or DLC.
Requires the Scrapper perk, so it's useless early game or for builds that skip that perk.
No detailed documentation on mod conflicts or load order requirements.

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