Lockpick graduation by Lilyu

skyrim — Mods & Enhancements

Lockpick graduation by Lilyu is a UI mod for Skyrim that adds a subtle graduation scale to the lock texture on chests, offering three visual variants. It's designed to be discreet and not affect gameplay, purely cosmetic. With 9,291 endorsements and 193,081 downloads, it's a popular choice for players who want a visual aid without altering mechanics.

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Syntax

User Interface

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Downloads: 193,081 | Endorsements: 9,291

💡 Notes

By Lilyu | v1.0 | 9,291 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

If you're using the original Skyrim (not Special Edition), j

If you're using the original Skyrim (not Special Edition), just drop the files into your Data folder and activate the .esp in the launcher.

Since it's a texture mod, make sure no other mod overwrites

Since it's a texture mod, make sure no other mod overwrites the same lock texture files — load order matters if you have other UI overhauls.

Try all three graduation styles in-game to see which one is

Try all three graduation styles in-game to see which one is most visible for your screen brightness.

🔧 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 (9,291 endorsements) — this is a proven mod
Three visual options let you pick what fits your preference
Purely cosmetic, so it won't mess with game balance

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2012 — may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or Special Edition
Only affects chest locks, not doors or other containers
No screenshots or detailed install instructions in the description

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