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Managing Alt:V Resources

Resources are the fundamental building blocks of an Alt:V server. They contain the logic, assets, and streams (like custom maps or vehicles) that define the gameplay experience. Managing these correctly is essential for a stable and feature-rich server.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Time

10 Minutes

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Installation Workflow

Adding new features to your server follows a specific process to ensure everything loads correctly.
1

Upload Resource Folders

Place your resource folders (e.g., chat, base-map) into the /resources/ directory of your server via the Game Panel File Manager or SFTP.
2

Register in Configuration

You must manually list every resource in your server.cfg (or server.toml) file.
resources: [
  'chat',
  'base-map',
  'player-hud'
]
3

Determine Loading Order

Alt:V loads resources in the order they are listed. If Resource B requires Resource A to function, Resource A must be listed first.
4

Restart Server

Restart your server via the Console to apply the changes and initialize the new resources.

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Organizing Your Resources

As your server grows, keeping your /resources/ folder organized is important for maintainability.

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Categorization Tip

You can use sub-folders to categorize your scripts (e.g., /resources/[system]/, /resources/[maps]/).
  • Note: In Alt:V, if you use bracketed folders like [system], you don’t need to include the bracket name in the server.cfg resource list if the resource inside is correctly pointed to.

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Last Updated: January 2026 | Assets: Building your virtual world.