Oxide is a modding framework for Rust that empowers server owners to enhance their servers by installing plugins. It is a vital tool for creating customized modded Rust servers, enabling the installation of plugins for moderation, configuration, events, minigames, and various other features.
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This article outlines the installation steps for the Oxide framework. For instructions on installing Oxide plugins, please consult this article.
# Installing Oxide
You can install Oxide by selecting it as the modding framework in the Rust Server Settings section of your control panel.
- Access your control panel and Stop your server.
- Navigate to the Config tab.
- Open the Rust Server Settings.
- Ensure the Steam Updates option is Enabled.
- Locate the Modding API (Carbon / Oxide) option and select Oxide.
- Save and Start your server.
- To ensure Oxide is installed, go to your console and typeÂ
oxide.version
.
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