Rational UI - Alchemy

[center][b][color=#f1c232][size=5]This mod only works with the "Remastered" version of the game![/size][/color][/b][/center]
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[size=4][img]https://i.imgur.com/QoRJQZO.png[/img][/size]

[size=4]This mod provides a set of improvements to the user interface of the Alchemy panel.[/size]

[size=4]You can now configure how you want to sort and categorize your recipes and make the whole panel easier to use.[/size]

[size=4][b][u]Features:[/u][/b][/size]
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[][size=4]Mutagens get their own group ("Mutagens"), separated from Alchemy Substances.[/size][/]
[][size=4]Potions, Decoctions, Oils and Bombs groups come first in the alchemy panel, in that order, then the rest alphabetically.[/size][/]
[][size=4]Each recipe now displays how many of the brewable items you already own (as a total of items equipped, in inventory, and in stash).[/size][/]
[][size=4]You can turn on an option to instantly brew recipes, skipping the progress animation.[/size][/]
[][size=4]Option to automatically learn the recipe for Tawny Owl from the start: you start the game with the potion but not its recipe, something that can have weird consequences when using mods that remove the refill mechanics. (If you are already using "Brother in Arms - Ultimate" this option is hidden, since BiA already provides the same functionality).[/size][/]
[][size=4]Option to hide the number of craftable items in each category header.[/size][size=3] i[/i][/size][/]
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[size=4]All features listed above can be turned on and off in the brand new settings panel. The entire mod is completely configurable to your liking and adaptable to every setup!

Note that this mod is not making any gameplay mechanics. It is just a UI mod and can be used together with mods that alter how Alchemy works in-game.[/size]



[size=4][img]https://i.imgur.com/bmKyVAb.png[/img][/size]

[size=4]The recommended way to install this is with "The Witcher 3 Mod Manager".

Alternatively, if you want to install it manually, unzip it and place[/size]
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[][size=4]"modrationalalchemy" into the "mods" folder[/size][/]
[][size=4]"dlcrationalalchemy" into the "dlc" folder[/size][/]
[][size=4]"rationalalchemy.xml" into the "/bin/config/r4game/user_config_matrix/pc/" folder[/size][/]
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[size=4][b]You also need to install [url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/12997]Sharedutils[/url] by Aeltoth. Make sure to carefully read its description in order to install it correctly![/b][/size]

[size=4]If you are updating from a previous version, completely remove all old files before installing the new version.[/size]



[size=4][img]https://i.imgur.com/W11rszz.png[/img][/size]

[color=#f1c232][size=4][b]The current version of this mod only works with the Remastered version of the game, released in September 2026.[/b][/size][/color]

[size=4]"Next-Gen 4.04" and "Classic 1.32" are not supported.[/size]


[size=4][b][img]https://i.imgur.com/M3pZKlQ.png[/img]
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[size=4]This should be fairly compatible with everything that does not directly try to do that same thing.

All mod features have been implemented exclusively by using local scripts, script annotations, and precompiled blobs. No vanilla files were edited, so there is no need to merge anything.

Note that other mods that alter Alchemy mechanics often also make some edits to the alchemy panel itself. It should be fine to use them together; if some UI features overlap, you can disable what you don't need from the settings panel.

I've tested "[/size][size=4]Rational UI: Alchemy" with the following mods, and they can be safely used together:[/size]
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[][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/1710][size=4]Sort Everything[/size][/url][/]
[][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/13645][size=4]Simple Alchemy Refill[/size][/url][/]
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[size=4]It is safe to install or remove this mod in the middle of a playthrough.[/size]


[size=4][img]https://i.imgur.com/DaceRcJ.png[/img][/size]

[size=4]Some of my other mods that play nicely with this one:[/size]

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[][size=4][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/10389]Rational UI: Crafting[/url][/size][/]
[][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/10429][size=4]Rational UI: Inventory Icons[/size][/url][/]
[][size=4][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/10135]Standardized Naming Convention - Mutagens[/url][/size][/]
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And some by other authors:[/size]

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[][size=4][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/13965]Standardised Naming Convention[/url] by Faen[/size][/]
[][size=4][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/10135]Standardized Naming Convention - Runestones and Glyphs[/url] by PaulR0013[/size][/]
[][size=4][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/1710]Sort Everything[/url] by DJ_Kovrik[/size][/]
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[size=4][img]https://i.imgur.com/p80xDGL.png[/img][/size]

[size=4]This mod is provided in all languages supported by the game out of the box, there is no need for extra translations.[/size]


[size=4][img]https://i.imgur.com/mL6TSr7.png[/img][/size]

[size=4][url=https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ChromedWolf]ChromedWolf[/url]: that's me![/size]
[size=4][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/users/89683013]Aeltoth[/url] for his Sharedutils (used for menu descriptors).[/size]