Releasing a patch for mod from an other modder authorized or not?

[Polistiro]

I released a mod that edits humanrace like looksmenu compendium and i want to know if it's authorized to release a patch file for editing the compendium.esp?

This file just contain the differences between my esp and compendium esp (compendium v10 = 384kB, mine = 387kB and patch i would like release = 4kB)

 

After hours of research if found what's i want here on LL..

[AWP3RATOR]

Generally speaking, if you are releasing something that uses another's mods assets - you need to check with them and get permission.  For compatibility patches, so your mod works with and doesn't break the original mod - that's generally "ok" in my book, but I still shoot them a PM and let them know, give proper credits, etc.

 

LMCC's page is mum on this point though, so when I doubt - I notify/ask.

[Polistiro]

The patched file don't modify or break original compendium mod , it just adds a "Facial menu".

 

For fun i made a batch with menu that save/patch original compendium file. It really works fine (checksum verified)

 

I will try to have permission.

[gregathit]

As stated, try to get permission no matter what course you take.

Have a separate esp clearly labeled as a "patch" to the mod you are patching.  Do not name your file to overwrite the original mod authors file.

This is bad for a number of reasons:

1. Doing that "requires" permission be granted.

2. Doing that can screw up mod users especially if a new revision comes out as they then have trouble updating.

 

If you are doing it for your own personal use, then do whatever floats your boat.

 

Cheers!

[Polistiro]

Thanks for these advices. I followed them to do my patch files after receiving permission to release them.