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Versions
| Version | Distribution |
| 1.6.5, compatible with runtime 1.8.151.0 on 24 Oct |
93.75% |
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| 1.5.11 |
6.25% |
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Skyrim Script Extender SKSE
from Ian Patterson, Stephen Abel and Paul Connelly
What is Skyrim Script Extender SKSE?
Skyrim Script Extender, commonly referred to by the abbreviation SKSE, extends the scripting capabilities of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and is the extended library. Some mods require SKSE in order to work properly.
About (from Ian Patterson, Stephen Abel and Paul Connelly)
After SKSE is installed, Skyrim must be launched through skse_loader.exe instead of "TESV.exe": otherwise, the SKSE will simply not load and mods that depend on SKSE will not function properly. Wrye Bash and Nexus Mod Manager have a useful function for launching Skyrim via SKSE: alternatively, the default shortcut ca... Read more
Overview
The most common release is 1.6.5, compatible with runtime 1.8.151.0 on 24 oct, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. A scheduled task is added to Windows Task Scheduler in order to launch the program at various scheduled times (the schedule varies depending on the version). The software is designed to connect to the Internet and adds a Windows Firewall exception in order to do so without being interfered with. The setup package generally installs about 28 files and is usually about 4.18 MB (4,381,469 bytes).
Program details
URL: skse.silverlock.org
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim\
Uninstaller: "C:\Program Files\The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim\\uninstall.exe" "/C:C:\Program Files\The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim\\Uninstall\uninstall.xml"
Estimated size: 4.18 MB
Files installed by Skyrim Script Extender SKSE
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TESV.exe (by Bethesda Softworks) - TESV: Skyrim (Skyrim)
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skse_loader.exe - SKSE (A component of the Skyrim Script Extender)
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skse_steam_loader.dll
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d3d9.dll
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skse_1_9_32.dll
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SkyrimLauncher.exe (by Bethesda Softworks) - Skyrim Launcher
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FXAA_Tool.exe (by FXAA PPI) - FXAA_Tool
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skse_1_8_151.dll
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steam_api.dll (by Valve) - Steam Client API
Behaviors exhibited
3 Scheduled Tasks
- TESV.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{A275C37D-DF35-4A8A-9620-62855BCFA699}' (runs on registration).
- skse_loader.exe is scheduled as a task named 'elevated_skse_loader_mirykSnommoc1~AMAETSmaetSD'.
- SkyrimLauncher.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{851BD122-89A4-4FD3-9BCC-5C00B80F4DBD}' (runs on registration).
Windows Firewall Allowed Program
- SkyrimLauncher.exe is added as a firewall exception for 'C:\Program Files\Valve\Steam\SteamApps\common\skyrim\SkyrimLauncher.exe'.
How do I remove Skyrim Script Extender SKSE?
You can uninstall Skyrim Script Extender SKSE from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program Skyrim Script Extender (SKSE), click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove Skyrim Script Extender SKSE.
Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
81.25% |
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| Windows 10 |
18.75% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Ultimate |
31.25% |
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| Windows 7 Home Premium |
31.25% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
12.50% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
6.25% |
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| Windows 8.1 Pro |
6.25% |
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| Windows 8.1 |
6.25% |
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Geography
71.88% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
71.88% |
| Australia |
6.25% |
| Brazil |
3.13% |
| Belgium |
3.13% |
| Norway |
3.13% |
| Switzerland |
3.13% |
| New Zealand |
3.13% |
| Netherlands |
3.13% |
| United Kingdom |
3.13% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Dell |
25.00% |
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| Acer |
25.00% |
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| GIGABYTE |
12.50% |
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| ASUS |
12.50% |
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| Hewlett-Packard |
12.50% |
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| Alienware |
12.50% |
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Common models |
| MSI MS-7522 |
14.29% |
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| Gigabyte Z87-D3HP |
14.29% |
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| Gigabyte Z68MA-D2H-B3 |
14.29% |
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| Dell Latitude E6530 |
14.29% |
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| Dell Inspiron 5521 |
14.29% |
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| CLEVO P151EM |
14.29% |
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