Originally written: 3/14/2012; last Web page update: 3/13/2020, referencing rEFInd 0.12.0
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This page describes rEFInd, my fork of the rEFIt boot manager for computers based on the Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) and Unified EFI (UEFI). Like rEFIt, rEFInd is a boot manager, meaning that it presents a menu of options to the user when the computer first starts up, as shown below. rEFInd is not a boot loader, which is a program that loads an OS kernel and hands off control to it. (Since version 3.3.0, the Linux kernel has included a built-in boot loader, though, so this distinction is rather artificial these days, at least for Linux.) Many popular boot managers, such as the Grand Unified Bootloader (GRUB), are also boot loaders, which can blur the distinction in many users' minds. All EFI-capable OSes include boot loaders, so this limitation isn't a problem. If you're using Linux, you should be aware that several EFI boot loaders are available, so choosing between them can be a challenge. In fact, the Linux kernel can function as an EFI boot loader for itself, which gives rEFInd characteristics similar to a boot loader for Linux. See my Web page on this topic for more information.
Upon your first launch of RAGEPluginHook.exe , a settings window will appear. These tweaks are highly recommended for stability:
: Built-in support for game version backups, allowing users to revert to a stable build if an official game update breaks their mods. rage plugin hook 1180
: Open your main GTA V directory (usually found via Steam > Properties > Local Files > Browse). Drag and drop all RPH files from the zip folder into this main directory. Configure Permissions : Right-click the GTA V folder > Properties > Security. Upon your first launch of RAGEPluginHook
is a specific, high-compatibility version of the essential modding interface for Rockstar Games like Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2 . As of May 2026, version 1180 remains a critical component for players who want to bridge the gap between custom code and the RAGE engine. Drag and drop all RPH files from the
: Ensure your PC has Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.2 and Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015 (x64) installed.
: Provides an in-game console (typically accessed via F12 or F4) for real-time plugin management and command execution. Installation Guide for RPH 1180
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