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World of Warcraft: Forever UI & Addons Setup Guide

Optimize your WoW: Forever UI and discover essential addons to customize your HUD.

A scenic landscape from the game "World of Warcraft," featuring lush green fields, mountains in the background, and a logo reading "World of Warcraft Forever."
A scenic landscape from the game "World of Warcraft," featuring lush green fields, mountains in the background, and a logo reading "World of Warcraft Forever."
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By Alexandria LopezStaff Writer

  • Primary Subject: World of Warcraft: Forever
  • Key Update: World of Warcraft: Forever utilizes Mainline’s modern UI engine and API, requiring addons to be rebuilt for the Forever ecosystem rather than running Classic-era tools.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: September 24, 2026
  • Quick Answer: Customize your WoW: Forever UI via built-in Edit Mode or download modern Mainline-compatible addons using CurseForge or Wago for an optimized experience.

As World of Warcraft fans will know, it's important to set up and ensure the in-game UI matches your needs. Playing with the default settings leaves your screen cluttered with an overload of information, making it harder to track cooldowns and raids.

This still rings true in Forever. Luckily for us, there are ways to edit the UI to make it more player-friendly. Additionally, you can install addons to make the experience personalized to you. But take note: some of your favorite addons may not work.

Wondering where to start? Here's everything you need to know about addons and UI in World of Warcraft: Forever.

How to Edit the UI in World of Warcraft: Forever

There are plenty of ways to edit the UI in World of Warcraft: Forever without needing to download third-party tools. To edit, click "Esc" on your keyboard, then select edit mode.

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Credit: Blizzard Entertainment

This will cause the HUD Edit Mode box to open, allowing you to fully customize the UI of your game. In this menu, you can drag, resize, snap, and customize almost every interface element, including Action Bars, Player/Target Frames, Raid Frames, and Cooldown Managers.

READ MORE: World of Warcraft: Forever Roadmap Guide - Beta, Launch, & Raid Schedule

If there's anything I recommend you do, it's Click Casting and Mouseover. Found in the keybindings menu, this feature allows you to cast spells by hovering your cursor over unit frames or clicking on them. It's also handy to activate the Personal Resource Display, as it shows a health and resource bar above your model during combat.

Are There Addons in World of Warcraft: Forever?

Yes, there are addons in World of Warcraft: Forever. The game will be using Mainline's 12.1.5-era architecture.

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Credit: Blizzard Entertainment

This means Classic-era addons won't load, and authors must rebuild them with the Forever/Mainline API. Meanwhile, addons for Midnight should port over easily to Forever. Addons for Retail or Mainline might work, but it's always best to double-check.

What Are Essential Addons to Include in World of Warcraft: Forever?

If there's anything to keep in mind, it's these categories: combat alerts, UI overhauls, nameplates, and QOL. When you download addons, you'll need to make sure the ones you get are targeted for Forever. You can use CurseForge or the Wago App to find addons that are specifically made for Forever.

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Here are some addons to consider for World of Warcraft Forever:

Combat Alerts

  • Deadly Boss Mods (DBM) or BigWigs: Displays cues for dangerous boss mechanics in dungeons or raids
  • WeakAuras: Lets you import customized HUD trackers for class procs, cooldowns, and trinket timers.
  • OmniCD: Tracks party defensive and offensive cooldowns

UI Overhauls

  • Classic UI for Forever/Forever ClassicUI: Gives you the look of classic World of Warcraft but retains the modern API
  • ElvUI: Complete interface suite that replaces every stock element with a modern look
  • ForeverUI: A complete UI replacement designed specifically for the Forever ecosystem

Nameplates

  • Plater Nameplates: Replaces default enemy health bars above mob heads

Quality-of-Life

  • Leatrix Plus / ForeverPlus: Addons that automate routine tasks, auto-accept quests, auto-repair items, and more
  • Bagnon / AdiBags: Combines individual inventory bags into a single searchable window with an auto-sorting feature
  • Auctionator: Simplifies buying, selling, and managing inventory on the Auction House

How to Apply and Set Up Addons Workflow

So, you've found the addons you want to include. Now, what you need to do is apply them.

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Credit: Blizzard Entertainment

The first thing you'll want to do is install an addon manager like CurseForge or WagoApp. These managers automate installation, maintain file paths, and keep your addons updated. After these are added, select four core addons to start with.

READ MORE: World of Warcraft: Forever Beta - Dates, Level Caps, and How to Access

Afterward, head over to Edit Mode to arrange your layout. It's best to keep key elements near your character, while secondary windows remain in the corners of the screen. You can also import community profiles, but this is a nice-to-have rather than a must.

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