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SimpleCTRL [Outdated] 1.0.6

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SimpleCTRL Plugin for GTA V

A friendly, feature-packed plugin that brings realistic vehicle control and immersive driving mechanics to Grand Theft Auto V.

🚘 Features

Tire Retainment | Keeps the wheels in the direction they were last turned when parked.
Brake Overheating | Adds realistic brake overheating mechanics, encouraging smarter and more cautious driving.
Prevent Seat Shuffle | Prevents automatically switching to the driver seat when entering from the passenger side.
Automatic Brake Lights | Activates brake lights automatically when the vehicle slows or stops.
Prevent Automatic Reversing | Stops the vehicle from automatically shifting into reverse after braking from forward motion.
Leave Engine Running on Exit | Allows the engine to stay on when exiting the vehicle.
Realistic Vehicle Damage System | Implements detailed damage mechanics for more immersive and believable crashes.
Prevent Vehicle Rollover Recovery | Disables the ability to flip the vehicle back over using keyboard controls after a rollover.
Enhanced Speedometer Functionality | Adds a speed indicator to the map, showing how fast you're currently going.

⚙ Requirements

RageNativeUI | Please make sure RageNativeUI is installed and up to date.

📥 Installation

Navigate to your GTA V directory *(e.g. `C:\Program Files (x86)\SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\Grand Theft Auto V\`)*
Create a folder called `plugins` if it doesn't already exist.
Drop the `SimpleCTRL.dll` file into the `plugins` folder.
Launch GTA V!

🛠 Support & Feedback

Need help or want to share your thoughts? We’d love to hear from you!

Join our Discord: Venoxity Network | Create a support ticket and someone from our team will assist you.
Found a bug or have suggestions? | Let us know in Discord—your feedback helps us make SimpleCTRL even better!\

✅ Thank You!

Thanks for using SimpleCTRL! We hope you enjoy the added realism and control. Drive safe, and have fun!

⚖️ Legal

Edited May 11, 2025May 11 by Venoxity
Rework Description

What's New in Version 1.0.6

Released April 5, 20242 yr

[1.0.6] - 04/5/2024

Spoiler

• Resolved a persistent issue where brake lights remained illuminated while in park mode.
• Corrected modifier key functionality while in park mode.
• Made user interface enhancements including color adjustments and capitalization of MPH and KMH.
• Implemented a class check during foot repairs to prevent crashes with certain vehicle types, notably motorcycles.
• Introduced a configurable SpeedometerFormat option in the [DISPLAY] section of the ini file, allowing users to choose between MPH and KMH.
• Expanded repair shop locations for added convenience.
• Addressed a problem with gas station props failing to spawn, attributed to a minor issue with the game engine.
• Temporarily fixed the park mode setting when swapping vehicles, with plans for a more comprehensive solution in the future.
• Optimized repair button behavior to disappear upon reaching 100% vehicle health, enhancing user experience.
Overhauled UI elements, eliminating the dependency on RageNativeUI 1.9.3 by integrating all components directly into the user interface.

• Adjusted the RandomizeFuelLevel method to increase the likelihood of spawning vehicles with full tanks, now set at a 75% probability for optimal gameplay experience.
• Rebalanced aircraft fuel consumption rates, ensuring longer flight times before requiring refueling. Users can adjust settings in the AircraftSpecs.json file located in the SimpleCTRL/data directory.
• Fixed a critical issue where the aircraft refueling system failed to recognize controller input, ensuring seamless refueling operations.
• Addressed a controller-specific bug where the refueling animation failed to halt upon releasing the gas station trigger, ensuring smooth user interactions during refueling.

[1.0.5.1] - 03/3/2024

Spoiler

• Resolved an issue where the UI appeared on bicycles.
• Corrected an issue where specific audio playback caused a reduction in volume within the mixer.
• Addressed an issue where certain vehicles were incorrectly entering park mode despite not being intended to do so.

[1.0.5] - 03/2/2024

Spoiler

• Removed Engine Modifier Key to streamline refuel support, eliminating conflicts by requiring key hold down.
• Fuel button now automatically hides when the fuel tank is full, enhancing user interface.
• All notifications are now enabled by default, ensuring a more informed user experience.
• Removed repair shop locations at LSC Burton, LSC by airport, LSC La Mesa, LSC Haramony, and LSC Paleto Bay.
• Reorganized JSON files into a "data" folder within the SimpleCTRL directory for improved management.
• Adjusted distances between repair shops, introducing New RepairShops.json file for easy customization.
• Updated Common.dll & renamed to Venoxity.Common.dll.
• Added RefuelKey option for [CONTROLS] and [BUTTONS] in the .ini file.
• Introduced AllowShuffle ini option within [IMMERSION], preventing automatic switching from passenger to driver when set to false.
• Added ShuffleKey for [CONTROLS], enabling seamless seat swapping on double-tap.
• Introduced ParkingMode ini option inside [IMMERSION].
• Added ParkKey and ParkModifierKey, ELSKey inside [CONTROLS].
• Implemented new indicator mode system with options for Normal and TurnOffAtTurn. (AutomaticTurn feature coming soon) Configurable option: VehicleIndicatorMode.
• Indicator sounds can now be toggled off by setting VehicleIndicatorSounds to false.
• New options LicensePlateEnabled and EngStatusEnabled, ParkModeIndicatorEnabled added to the [DISPLAY] settings.
• Added VehicleParkSirenKill, LeaveDoorOpenWhenEngineOn to [OTHER] ini.

Bug Fixes:

• Rectified repair shop interaction help messages and subtitles displaying outside of the vehicle.
• Fixed issue allowing infinite attempts to fix the car while on foot.
• Addressed fuel bar disappearance when the minimap is not on-screen.
• Fixed issue allowing exit with seatbelt on. (Thanks to Faya for guidance!)

[1.0.4.1] - 12/13/2023

Spoiler

• Patch - Should Fix Invalid handle, or not a handle to an entity

[1.0.4] - 12/12/2023

Spoiler

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• New [NOTIFICATIONS] Section in INI
• Keybind System Overhaul
• Complete revamp of the keybind system.
• Now supports the "NONE" keyword for enhanced customization.
• Improved Logging and Error Handling
• Work in progress for enhanced error catching and logging.
• Completed updates for ConfigHandler, UIHandler.
• Internal Configuration Changes
• New [IMMERSION] Section in INI
• Common DLL Update
• Bug Fixes
• Resolved Vehicle.GetHealth crash.
• Fixed text flickering issue during repair on foot.
• Addressed compatibility issues with LSPDFR.
• Rectified leave engine running display on aircrafts.
• Fuel System (Beta)
• Introduction of a beta version of the fuel system
• Note: Removed engine enable option due to conflicts with the new fuel system.
• Improved Vehicle Exiting
• Fixed the issue of the engine staying on with a single press during vehicle exit.
• Adjusted repair speed for vehicles at shops.
• Enhanced Action Controls
• Resolved an issue where holding down the key was necessary to turn off an action.
• Engine control now requires holding the key to turn off.
• Added GPS feature for improved navigation.
• Menu Redesign
• Completely rewritten menu with migration to Rage Native UI for a more streamlined experience.
• The README file has been rewritten to provide clearer instructions and information. Please refer to the README for a user-friendly guide.

1.0.6

Short Description

Simplifying Vehicle Functions: Control, Customize, Conquer with SimpleCTRL.

chaboiwill, Michael21107, dorumorada and 32 others
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Views 469,738
Downloads 87,656
Submitted April 27, 20232 yr
Published April 5, 20242 yr
Updated April 5, 20242 yr
File Size 1.91 MB
Compatibility All Versions
Requires RAGE Plugin Hook
Minimum LSPDFR Version N/A
Script/Plugin Type Standalone plugin
Maximum LSPDFR Version
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Venoxity

January 15Jan 15

Important Notice – End of Support I have officially retired from GTA V modding. Because of that, this plugin is no longer maintained and will not receive any future updates, bug fixes, or new features. Please consider this project permanently finished and archived. After many years of developing mods and supporting the community, I’ve decided to step away and move on to other priorities. I am no longer active in GTA V development, and it’s very unlikely that I will return to update this or any o

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JM Modifications

Insiders

November 20, 20232 yr

29 minutes ago, Paladin Ranger said:

If its anything like SimpleHUD, the ReadMe from that mod says, "For simplehud.ytd go to mods > update > update.rpf > x64 > textures > script_txds.rpf in OpenIV and place it inside there make sure edit mode is on." So I would imagine this is the same through OpenIV. @Venoxity please correct me if I'm wrong.

Addition to my comment. You just put simplemenu.ytd in that directory and delete the simplehud.ytd, then you're good to go

andy22296

Members

November 25, 20232 yr

the plugin crashes when i enter another vehicle.

JM Modifications

Insiders

November 25, 20232 yr

2 hours ago, andy22296 said:

the plugin crashes when i enter another vehicle.

Join discord and create a ticket. Support is not provided on here.

DivineHustle

Members

November 26, 20232 yr

Crashes upon LSPDFR loading into the menus, but can reload it after.

JM Modifications

Insiders

November 26, 20232 yr

5 minutes ago, DivineHustle said:

Crashes upon LSPDFR loading into the menus, but can reload it after.

Support will NOT BE GIVEN ON THE MOD PAGE. Join Discord.

Paladin Ranger

Members

November 26, 20232 yr

14 hours ago, OfficerMorrison said:

Support will NOT BE GIVEN ON THE MOD PAGE. Join Discord.

Discord invite is invalid.

Venoxity

Members Author

November 26, 20232 yr

22 minutes ago, Paladin Ranger said:

Discord invite is invalid.

What are you talking about. It’s not tho

Paladin Ranger

Members

November 27, 20232 yr

13 hours ago, Venoxity said:

What are you talking about. It’s not tho

It definitely is for me. I tried the link from here and SimpleHUD and both give me this message.

Venoxity

Members Author

November 27, 20232 yr

21 minutes ago, Paladin Ranger said:

It definitely is for me. I tried the link from here and SimpleHUD and both give me this message.

That’s very weird, on my end it works completely fine. I suggest reporting this problem to discord suppprt

Coppus

Members

November 27, 20232 yr (edited)

~~Newest version (v1.0.3) crash on startup, older version v1.0.2 no issues.~~

Disregard, forgot to replace the simplehud.ytd. Very disappointed in myself 🙂

Edited November 27, 20232 yr by Coppus

brandonhieu

Members

November 27, 20232 yr

Goodafternoon,
I used this plugin before the update and everything worked fine. Now No blinker, I tried switching keys. Doesn't work for me. Door wouldnt open when using the menu, Some vehicle trunk and hood would just fall back down after opening them. I wonder if I did something wrong.

JM Modifications

Insiders

November 27, 20232 yr

4 hours ago, brandonhieu said:

Goodafternoon,
I used this plugin before the update and everything worked fine. Now No blinker, I tried switching keys. Doesn't work for me. Door wouldnt open when using the menu, Some vehicle trunk and hood would just fall back down after opening them. I wonder if I did something wrong.

Join Discord and Create a ticket. Support will not be given through LCPDFR.com

Paladin Ranger

Members

November 28, 20232 yr

On 11/27/2023 at 3:23 AM, Venoxity said:

That’s very weird, on my end it works completely fine. I suggest reporting this problem to discord suppprt

Resolved on my end. Thanks.

RHS301

Members

November 29, 20232 yr (edited)

Hi @Venoxity, I noticed that there is a texture file included. Where does that file go within OpenIV? I have attached a screenshot of what I'm talking about.

Thank You,

RHS301

Edited November 29, 20232 yr by RHS301

Venoxity

Members Author

November 29, 20232 yr

1 hour ago, RHS301 said:

Hi @Venoxity, I noticed that there is a texture file included. Where does that file go within OpenIV? I have attached a screenshot of what I'm talking about.

Thank You,

RHS301

Same Place as SimpleHUD. mods > update > update.rpf > x64 > textures > script_txds.rpf

Venoxity

Members Author

November 30, 20232 yr

Working on a big update, no est time especially with christmas coming up, I really hope you guys enjoy the next version tho. a lot of time has gone into it so far. its susspod to be far more stable

ADPC67

Members

December 3, 20232 yr

Hello, i got a issue with the plugin, sometimes it's crashing on loop...

RagePluginHook.log

jas1kk
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JM Modifications

Insiders

December 3, 20232 yr

5 hours ago, ADPC67 said:

Hello, i got a issue with the plugin, sometimes it's crashing on loop...

RagePluginHook.log 242.9 kB · 0 downloads

join discord and create a ticket.

Venoxity

Members Author

December 13, 20232 yr

@unitedOrange66 @andy22296 @LIPDProductionsInc @NeuerTypHier All of the bugs you guys mentioned have been fixed. as well as the notification system and fuel system as two of you guys suggested

LIPDProductionsInc

Members

December 13, 20232 yr

1 hour ago, Venoxity said:

@unitedOrange66 @andy22296 @LIPDProductionsInc @NeuerTypHier All of the bugs you guys mentioned have been fixed. as well as the notification system and fuel system as two of you guys suggested

Just to confirm, simplemenu.ytd is required now?

Venoxity

Members Author

December 13, 20232 yr

18 minutes ago, LIPDProductionsInc said:

Just to confirm, simplemenu.ytd is required now?

It always has been

249Xeno

Members

December 13, 20232 yr

Question. I downloaded the file and placed SimpleCTRL and .dll into GTAV main directory >>> plugins w/common.dll, audio, and Newtonsoft into the main directory. I also placed the simple hud that came with it into openiv.

so what did I do wrong?

Venoxity

Members Author

December 13, 20232 yr

12 minutes ago, Parzival.Zio said:

Question. I downloaded the file and placed SimpleCTRL and .dll into GTAV main directory >>> plugins w/common.dll, audio, and Newtonsoft into the main directory. I also placed the simple hud that came with it into openiv.

so what did I do wrong?

Create a ticket in our discord server

unitedOrange66

Community Team

December 13, 20232 yr

Community Team

Thank you for the update. I will reinstall it once LSPDFR and RPH are updated.

Venoxity and Cyan
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DeadZedje

Members

December 14, 20232 yr

So a few things from me -

First off, love the mod, think the name of it does it a disservice as its so many things in one and, I found it by accident when searching for a speedometer - despite having SimpleHUD installed already! Love the fuel element and the GPS - gives me proper GTAIV vibes, back in the days of talking SatNavs!

Second thing, I think the install instructions need a refresh, at the moment they just reference putting a file in the plugins folder and then doing the open IV bit but I don't think they're detailed enough and don't talk about all the files included. I also noticed an issue where I couldn't use CompuLite as the mouse wouldn't work, however, fixed that as per the below. I'd suggest changing the included instructions to:

"1) Copy all files from the 'Grand Theft Auto V' folder into your GTAV root directory.

2) (open IV bit here as is - think that's fine.)

3) If you use CompuLite or anything similar where you need your mouse to navigate menu screens, ensure "DisableMenuMouse = false" in the Default.ini file." *(*May be worth renaming the .ini to SimpleCTRL.Ini so its easy to reference for users in future*)*.

Final couple of things - I did have a crash when I navigated through to the 'petrol station' on Vespucci Beach near Vespucci Canals. Not sure if this is because there isn't a petrol station, or if the nav had a funny five, but its been stable other than that. I also noticed when using 'CompuLite' that the fuel bar stayed in position, and that when the map expands (pressing 'Z'), the icons don't move with the map and therefore they're in the way of the map in its expanded view.

As I say though, love the mod it offers so much extra to the game with the fuel, mechanic shops to fix the vehicle, SatNav audio, lovely stuff. Keep it up.