Recommended ESO Addons

This is a curated list of addons I found to be the most helpful in ESO so far. You can either choose to install them all, and enable/disable the ones you like in game, or simply install the ones that do not include an * beside it's name.

Installing Minion

Minion makes installing addons for ESO very simple. It isn't required, but it is the recommended way to install addons into the game. Should you wish to manually install addons, you'll have to download all of the addons, extra dependencies, and extra library files needed then extract them into the following folder: C:\Users\YOUR-USERNAME\Documents\Elder Scrolls Online\live\AddOns. The rest of this section will cover how to install and configure Minion.

  1. Head over to the Minion Download Page and download the 32-bit Version Installer. Save the file to your desktop so it will be easy to find.
  2. Navigate to you desktop, right-click on Minion3.0.5-32bit.exe, then left click on "Run as administrator."
  3. Change the installation folder for Minion. Since all of my games install to my G Drive, I placed it there. You should pick either your C or D drives, depending on your computer.
  4. Uncheck "Launch Minion" on the final page and click "Finish".
  5. Follow the instructions here to allow Minion through the Windows firewall: How to Change Windows 10 Firewall Settings to Allow Certain Programs
  6. Right-click on Minion in your Start menu and choose "Run as administrator" then allow the program to update. Relaunch minion by running it as administrator again.
  7. One the main Minion page, uncheck World of Warcraft from the games list and check "Remember settings" at the bottom, then click contine.
  8. One the following page, select or deselect the hard drives you need. In my case, I have games installed to C and D, so I left those selected. Check "Remember settings" at the bottom and click continue.
  9. One the last screen that pops up, click on Elder Scrolls Online and navigate the new window to this location: C:\Users\YOUR-USERNAME\Documents\Elder Scrolls Online\live\AddOns. Be sure to select the correct folder under "Documents".
  10. Install everything that you want from the sections below by clicking on "Find More" and searching for the name of the addon or library.

UI Addons

DarkUI
DarkUI

This addon is a reskin of many of the default ESO textures to a smoother and more subdued UI. DarkUI focuses only on changing textures to improve the look and feel of ESO while being compatible with all other addons and having no performance impact.

Lui Extended
Lui Extended

LUI Extended is an addon that adds multiple custom components including: Base Game enhancements, Buff & Debuff Tracking, Combat Info, and much more!

S'Rendarr
S'Rendarr

Adds the ability to track buffs and debuffs on yourself as well as others, both the standard abilities as well as many special buffs like enchants, gear procs, and cooldowns.

Votan's Search Box
Votan's Search Box

This add-on enables the built-in search box of the inventory and decorates it, so that it fits the ESO style much better. This addon can be used stand-alone or with Advanced Filters.

Advanced Filters
Advanced Filters

Subfilters to find exactly what you're looking for! Main inventory, personal bank, guild bank, guild store, vendors, and craft bag support!

Bag Space Indicator
Bag Space Indicator

This is a small add-on that makes a rather minor change to the UI to show both the player and bank free space and maximum size, and how much gold the character has.

Ravalox's Quest Tracker
Ravalox's Quest Tracker*

Provides A more intuitive QUEST TRACKER than the in-game provided tracker interface. The interface can be left on the screen or hidden via settings or /slash commands.

Miat's Stealth Text
Miat's Stealth Text*

A simple addon that changes the scale and color of your stealth and disguise state messages in the center of your screen.

Ulrich's Skill Point Finder
Ulrich's Skill Point Finder

Provides a graphical interface showing all of the skill points you have (and haven't) earned throughout the entire game. You can show or hide the window by binding a hotkey or by entering the slash command.

Map Addons

Map Pins
Map Pins

Adds just about everything you need on a map to the map. Find you skyshards, lore books (but not eidetic memories), treasure maps and more.

Quest Map
Quest Map

Adds pins for completed and uncompleted quests to the world map. (Including quests you haven't started yet!).

Lore Books
Lore Books

Pins on maps of all books of the game. Divided into 3 filters Unknown Lorebooks, Collected Lorebooks, Eidetic Memory.

Harvest Map
Harvest Map

HarvestMap displays resource nodes, chests and fishing spots on map, compass and the 3d world.

Crafting Addons

Dolgubon's Lazy Writ Crafter
Dolgubon's Lazy Writ Crafter

This addon automatically crafts all of your writs (except for alchemy and provisioning), provided you have the materials either on your toon or in the bank. Easy XP and Money!

Daily Provisioning
Daily Provisioning*

It is a simple add-on to automatically create an Provisioning Daily Writs.

Daily Alchemy
Daily Alchemy*

It is a simple add-on to automatically create an Alchemist's Daily Writs.

CraftStore
CraftStore*

Tracks all of your known traits, styles, recipes and blueprints so you know what to look for. Ugly interface, but handy.

Combat Addons

Code's Combat Alerts
Code's Combat Alerts

Code's Combat Alerts provides notifications and alerts for a selection of PvE mechanics. Know exactly when you need to dodge, block or interrupt an attack!

RaidNotifier
RaidNotifier

Does the same thing as Code's Combad Alerts, but for raids (which Code's doesn't handle). Never get one-shot by a raid boss again.

Action Duration Reminder
Action Duration Reminder

This addon tracks your sloted actions that have duration attributes or over time effects, reminds you to re-invoke your actions, and makes you good at performing rotations.

DressingRoom
DressingRoom*

Create loadouts in game. Equip your gear and select your skills with one click or key press. Focused on functionality and responsiveness. *NOTE*: The current version (0.10.3) is broken, but the previous version (0.10.2) can be downloaded and installed manually.

Misc. Addons

BeamMeUp - Teleporter (Fast Travel)
BeamMeUp - Teleporter (Fast Travel)*

This addon allows you to use the fast travel functionality of the game in a comfortable and highly costumizable way. *NOTE*: To take full advantage of this addon, you must join at least one of their guilds.

Loot Log
Loot Log*

Loot Log helps players track their loot drops and those of group members. Includes a searchable, filterable loot log winddow.

Essential Housing Tools
Essential Housing Tools*

Professional editing tools, Copy & Paste, Automatic Backups, Animation and Automation just got better. When you get your house, this will help decorate it.

Pixel Perfect
Pixel Perfect*

This addon changes the style of windows and expands the list of inventory. Works well with DarkUI for a crisp, clean interface. *NOTE* Make sure your resolution is at least 1920x1080 and UI scaling should be disabled.

Auto Category
Auto Category*

Auto Category adds categories to your inventory, bank, guild bank, craft bag, and crafting station screens. Fully customizable!

Necessary Additional Files

All of these files must be installed to use the addons above. I suggest installing them all even if you aren't using the addon that requires one of these files. This way, should you decide to try a new addon, you'll already have the necessary library.

  • CustomCompassPins
  • LibAddonMenu
  • LibAsync
  • LibBinaryEncode
  • LibChatMessage
  • libCommonInventoryFilters
  • LibCustomMenu
  • LibDebugLogger
  • LibDialog
  • LibFilters-3.0
  • LibGPS
  • LibGroupSocket
  • LibHarvensAddonSettings
  • LibLazyCrafting
  • LibMainMenu-2.0
  • LibMapPing
  • LibMapPins
  • LibMarify
  • LibMediaProvider
  • LibMotifCategories
  • LibMsgWin
  • LibQuestData
  • LibSlashCommander
  • LibTableFunctions-1.0
  • LibStub
  • LibTextFilter
  • LibUespQuestData
  • LibZone