FiveM is a popular multiplayer modification for Grand Theft Auto V, allowing players to create custom servers with unique experiences. One of the most exciting aspects of using FiveM is the ability to personalize your game by using custom streaming clothing. This helpful guide will walk you through the process of creating custom clothing for FiveM, using both paid and free software options, and provide tips to help you avoid common pitfalls.

What You Will Need

1. OpenIV:
   OpenIV is a tool that lets you access and modify game files for GTA V, which is essential for editing and replacing textures.
   Download link: OpenIV
2. Image Editing Software:
   • Adobe Photoshop (Paid): Industry-standard software for editing images and textures.
     Download link: Photoshop
   • GIMP (Free): A powerful, open-source alternative to Photoshop.
     Download link: GIMP
3. Grand Theft Auto V installed on your PC.
4. FiveM Client:
   You need FiveM installed and set up on your PC to test the custom clothing.

Step-by-Step Guide: Making Custom Clothing for FiveM

Step 1: Install and Set Up OpenIV

1. Download OpenIV:
   First, download the OpenIV tool. Look for the “OpenIV setup offline” version for better stability.
2. Install OpenIV:
   • Extract the downloaded .rar file and run openivsetup.exe.
   • Choose your preferred language (English, Russian, etc.).
   • Accept the terms of service and proceed with the installation.
   • Once installed, launch OpenIV. You will be prompted to select a game. Choose “Grand Theft Auto V” from the list.
3. Set Up the Game Directory:
   • OpenIV will ask you to select the folder where GTA V is installed. Navigate to the installation directory (e.g., C:\Program Files\Rockstar Games\Grand Theft Auto V) and select it.
   • Image: Selecting GTA V installation directory in OpenIV
4. Enable Edit Mode:
   To modify game files, you need to enable “Edit mode” in OpenIV. Click the “Edit mode” button on the top-right corner of the OpenIV window.
   • Image: OpenIV Edit mode button activated
   Tip: Always back up original game files before making any changes. This way, you can restore them if something goes wrong.

Step 2: Setting Up the Mods and Clothing Folders

1. Create a Mods Folder:
   In OpenIV, navigate to your GTA V directory and create a new folder named mods. This folder will house all your custom modifications, preventing direct changes to the core game files and making it easier to manage your mods.
2. Create a Clothing Folder:
   Inside the mods folder, create a new folder named clothing. This is where you will store your custom clothing files. You can create subfolders within clothing for different types of clothing (e.g., shirts, pants, masks) to keep everything organized.
   • Image: Folder structure for custom clothing files in OpenIV

Step 3: Finding and Extracting Clothing Models

1. Using Online Resources for Model Information:
   Go to tobii.space (or similar sites) to find the names of the clothing models you want to edit. These sites provide a list of GTA V models, including their texture names and file paths.
2. Searching for Models in OpenIV:
   • Open OpenIV and use the search bar at the top right to find specific clothing models. Enter the model name (e.g., MP_M_FREE_MODE_01 for male characters) and press Enter.
   • Image: Entering clothing model name in OpenIV search bar
3. Extract the Model Files:
   • Once you locate the correct model, look for files with .ydd (model file) and .ytd (texture file) extensions.
   • Right-click on these files and select “Extract” to save them to a location on your computer, such as your desktop or a designated modding folder.
   • Image: Extracting .ydd and .ytd files in OpenIV

Step 4: Editing Textures with Photoshop or GIMP

1. Opening Texture Files:
   • Launch Photoshop or GIMP and open the .ytd texture file that you extracted. This file contains the texture map for the clothing item.
   • Image: Opening .ytd texture file in Photoshop
2. Creating Your Custom Design:
   • Use layers to organize your edits. For example, create separate layers for logos, patterns, or text. This makes it easier to modify individual elements later.
   • Use the brush tool to add color, the text tool for branding or custom text, and shapes to add unique designs.
   • Tip: Keep your design within the texture map’s boundaries to ensure it fits the clothing model correctly in the game.
3. Adding Effects and Details:
   • To make your design stand out, use blending options like “Overlay” or “Multiply” to add textures and effects. You can also use filters such as “Noise” to add a grainy effect for a more realistic look.
   • Image: Adding texture effects in Photoshop
4. Saving Your Edits:
   • When you’re satisfied with your design, save it as a .png file. Make sure to maintain high resolution to keep the texture quality sharp.
   • Convert the .png back to a .ytd file using OpenIV by replacing the original texture with your edited version.
   • Image: Saving texture file in OpenIV as .ytd

Step 5: Replacing Textures in OpenIV

1. Replacing Original Textures:
   • In OpenIV, navigate to the location of the .ytd file you originally extracted. Open it and use the “Replace” button to replace the old texture with your new custom texture.
   • Image: Replacing .ytd texture in OpenIV
2. Saving Changes:
   • After replacing the texture, save your changes. Double-check that your new texture is correctly displayed in the model viewer within OpenIV.

Step 6: Testing Your Clothing

1. Launching FiveM:
   • Start the FiveM client on your PC and join a server that allows custom clothing modifications.
   • Use the character customization options to equip the clothing item you modified.
2. Verifying Your Custom Design:
   • Check the appearance of your custom clothing in-game. Look for any issues such as misalignment or texture stretching.
   • Image: In-game screenshot of custom clothing in FiveM
   Tip: If the texture does not appear as expected, return to your image editing software, make necessary adjustments, and replace the texture again in OpenIV.

Troubleshooting / Tips

1. Missing or Broken Textures:
   • If textures are missing or not displaying properly, check that you have named the files correctly and placed them in the correct directory.
   • Ensure that “Edit mode” is enabled in OpenIV before making changes.
2. Game Crashes:
   • Verify that all your software is up to date, and ensure you have backed up original files. Check for any conflicting mods that might be causing issues.
3. Textures Not Showing Up:
   • Double-check that the texture file size matches the expected dimensions. Resizing textures to fit the original resolution often resolves this issue.
4. Additional Support:
   • Join GTA V modding forums or Discord servers for assistance from the community. These platforms often have members who can provide advice and troubleshooting tips.

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Conclusion

Creating custom clothing for FiveM can greatly enhance your GTA V experience by adding a personal touch to your in-game characters. With this guide, you should now be able to create, modify, and implement custom clothing using tools like OpenIV, Photoshop, and GIMP. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep experimenting with different designs and techniques.