Installing mods in GTA 5 makes the game more exciting but sometimes it also brings annoying problems. One of the most common issues mod users face is map icons disappearing from the radar or pause menu map. Missions shops safehouses and other important icons may suddenly vanish making gameplay confusing. Don’t worry — this problem is usually caused by mod conflicts or incorrect files and it can be fixed easily.
What Causes Map Icons to Disappear in GTA 5?
Map icons usually disappear due to modded files replacing original UI or map data. Mods like map expansions visual overhauls or outdated gameconfig files can break radar settings. In some cases incorrect dlclist.xml missing update.rpf files or conflicting scripts can also cause this issue. Understanding the cause helps you apply the right fix without removing all your mods.
How To Fix
- Open OpenIV and enable Edit Mode.
ScripthookV & ScripthookDotNet - Go to: update/update.rpf/common/data/ui/
Map icons Fix mod - Restore the original radarmask.gfx and radarmask_lod.gfx files.
- Check update.rpf/common/data/levels/gta5/ for missing map files.
- Open dlclist.xml and remove any broken or unused DLC entries.
- Replace your gameconfig.xml with a compatible version.
- Temporarily remove map-related mods to find conflicts.
- Clear the mods folder cache if using OpenIV.
- Verify game files via Rockstar Launcher (optional but helpful).
- Launch GTA 5 and check if map icons are restored.
Conclusion
Map icons disappearing after installing mods in GTA 5 can be frustrating but the fix is usually simple. By restoring UI files fixing dlclist errors and using the correct gameconfig you can get your radar and map back to normal without uninstalling your favorite mods. Always remember to keep backups and install mods carefully — a stable modded GTA 5 is the best GTA 5 experience!
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