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Guide to Install ReShade for 5M

Sep 29, 2024

Adding ReShade to 5M Tutorial

Overview

  • Tutorial on how to add ReShade to 5M
  • Focus on installation for GTA 5, which is necessary for 5M
  • Encourage viewers to follow along without making the video too long

Installation Steps

  1. Download ReShade

    • Click the second link in the description for a written guide.
    • This guide is useful for installing ReShade for GTA 5.
    • Scroll down and click "download". This redirects to the ReShade website.
    • Download ReShade version 6.0.1.
    • Save the file and drag it to the desktop.
  2. Install ReShade

    • Double-click the ReShade installation file.
    • Look for GTA 5 in the file list.
      • If not found, click "browse" to find the installation folder.
    • Finding GTA 5 installation folder:
      • Steam: Right-click the game, click "Manage", then "Browse Local Files".
      • Epic Games: Navigate to library, click on the three dots next to GTA 5, and select "Manage" -> Open folder.
    • Copy the installation path and paste it in the ReShade setup.
    • Select GTA5.exe not the Play option and click next.
    • Choose DirectX 10, 11, or 12, then select all ReShade presets.
    • Click install and finish once done.
  3. Setting Up 5M

    • Right-click on 5M and open file location.
    • Open the 5M application data folder.
    • Create a folder named "plugins" if it doesn’t already exist.
    • From the GTA 5 installation folder, copy the following files to the plugins folder:
      • reshade-shaders folder
      • dxgi.dll file (ensure it's the DLL version)
      • ReShade.ini, ReShade.log, ReShade Preset.ini files
    • Launch 5M.

Troubleshooting

  • If ReShade is not working, ensure the following:
    • In 5M settings, under game settings, ensure "Disable UI lag fix" is unchecked.
    • If there are issues, press F8 to see error messages.
    • Edit the citizenfx.ini file in the 5M application data to add necessary text.
    • Follow instructions from the error message.

Using ReShade

  • After launching the server, press the home key to access ReShade settings.
  • Explore preset settings and add features like HDR and bloom for improved visuals.
  • Change the shortcut key for ReShade if the default conflicts with roleplay server keys.

Conclusion

  • Wrap up the tutorial and encourage likes and comments if viewers found the video helpful.