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Claus: /* Launching MTA */

2025-04-14T09:10:12Z

Launching MTA

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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Browse servers''' – this allows you to receive a list of available servers to play on. </font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Browse servers''' – this allows you to receive a list of available servers to play on. </font>
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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Host game''' – this allows you to start a local server. </font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Host game''' – this allows you to start a local server. </font>
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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Settings '''– this allows you to change your in-game nickname, customize controls and adjust display settings.</font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Settings '''– this allows you to change your in-game nickname, customize controls and adjust display settings.</font>
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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''About '''– this gives you a list of contributors to the project.</font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''About '''– this gives you a list of contributors to the project.</font>
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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Map editor '''– this allows you to create your own maps, complete with checkpoints, ramps, pickups and other objects. These can then be uploaded onto a server so that you can play them with other people.</font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Map editor '''– this allows you to create your own maps, complete with checkpoints, ramps, pickups and other objects. These can then be uploaded onto a server so that you can play them with other people.</font>

Fernando187: /* Playing MTA */

2024-11-06T14:35:37Z

Playing MTA

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	# You will be able to launch ''MTA San Andreas'' from your Start Menu if you wish to play.		# You will be able to launch ''MTA San Andreas'' from your Start Menu if you wish to play.

	==~~Playing~~ MTA==		==Launching MTA==
	# Start Multi Theft Auto by clicking the icon located in your Start Menu under '''MTA:San Andreas'''.		# Start '''Multi Theft Auto''' by clicking the icon located in your Start Menu under '''MTA:San Andreas'''.
	# GTA: San Andreas will start and once it is loaded, you will be presented with the MTA:SA main menu. Here you will find several options (you could also watch a how-to tutorial [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShiqnOazNYw here]):		# GTA: San Andreas will start and once it is loaded, you will be presented with the MTA:SA main menu. Here you will find several options (you could also watch a how-to tutorial [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShiqnOazNYw here]):

Fernando187 at 14:35, 6 November 2024

2024-11-06T14:35:10Z

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			This article will guide you through the initial installation of '''Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas'''. You can also find a short introduction on how to play on an MTA server.

	==Before you start==		==Before you start==
	[[File:Emblem-important.svg\|24px]] '''Before you install Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas, make sure that you have GTA:SA installed (see [[Where to buy GTASA]])''', and that it contains no modifications (these may conflict with MTA). If you would like to keep your single-player mods, you can create two installations by reinstalling GTA: San Andreas to a second folder on your hard drive.		[[File:Emblem-important.svg\|24px]] '''Before you install Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas, make sure that you have GTA:SA installed (see [[Where to buy GTASA]])''', and that it contains no modifications (these may conflict with MTA). If you would like to keep your single-player mods, you can create two installations by reinstalling GTA: San Andreas to a second folder on your hard drive.

Fernando187 at 14:33, 6 November 2024

2024-11-06T14:33:38Z

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	==Before you start==		==Before you start==
	Before you install Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas, ~~first~~ make sure that you have GTA:SA installed (see [[Where to buy GTASA]]), and that it contains no modifications (these may conflict with MTA). If you would like to keep your single-player mods, you can create two installations by reinstalling GTA: San Andreas to a second folder on your hard drive.		[[File:Emblem-important.svg\|24px]] '''Before you install Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas, make sure that you have GTA:SA installed (see [[Where to buy GTASA]])''', and that it contains no modifications (these may conflict with MTA). If you would like to keep your single-player mods, you can create two installations by reinstalling GTA: San Andreas to a second folder on your hard drive.

	Also, make sure that your machine is capable of running the game in single player. Note that if you are running single player on the absolute minimum requirements, you will experience slowdowns in MTA as it takes up extra processing power.		Also, make sure that your machine is capable of running the game in single player. Note that if you are running single player on the absolute minimum requirements, you will experience slowdowns in MTA as it takes up extra processing power.

Fernando187 at 14:32, 6 November 2024

2024-11-06T14:32:23Z

Fernando187: /* Installing the game */ add note Where to buy GTASA

2024-11-06T14:27:22Z

Installing the game: add note Where to buy GTASA

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	#* '''Desktop icon''' creates a desktop icon for the client.		#* '''Desktop icon''' creates a desktop icon for the client.
	# You are then asked for a folder in which to install the mod. This can by anywhere and doesn't have to be in you San Andreas directory.		# You are then asked for a folder in which to install the mod. This can by anywhere and doesn't have to be in you San Andreas directory.
	# Next, you will be asked for the directory where you have San Andreas installed. The default location is: '''C:\Program Files\Rockstar Games\GTA San Andreas\'''.		# Next, you will be asked for the directory where you have San Andreas installed. The default location is: '''C:\Program Files\Rockstar Games\GTA San Andreas\'''. Reminder: you need to have the game installed before installing MTA. See [[Where to buy GTASA]].
	# When the installation completes, you will be given the option to start MTA: San Andreas straight away. Choose your option and then press '''Finish'''.		# When the installation completes, you will be given the option to start MTA: San Andreas straight away. Choose your option and then press '''Finish'''.
	# You will be able to launch ''MTA San Andreas'' from your Start Menu if you wish to play.		# You will be able to launch ''MTA San Andreas'' from your Start Menu if you wish to play.

Megadreams: Added Steam Deck links

2024-08-11T17:17:29Z

Added Steam Deck links

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	==Special: Playing MTA on Linux or ~~macOS~~?==		==Special: Playing MTA on Linux, macOS or Steam Deck?==
	If you're one of those who use other precious systems, and want to have the client working on your ~~computer~~,		If you're one of those who use other precious systems, and want to have the client working on your device,
	please read the [[Client on Linux Manual]] or [[Client on Mac OS X Manual]].		please read the [[Client on Linux Manual]], [[Client on Mac OS X Manual]] or [[Client on Steam Deck Manual]].

	[[ar:دليل_اللاعب]]		[[ar:دليل_اللاعب]]

Nico834: Remove the note, as we have a built-in patcher

2024-06-08T11:39:57Z

Remove the note, as we have a built-in patcher

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	Also, make sure that your machine is capable of running the game in single player. Note that if you are running single player on the absolute minimum requirements, you will experience slowdowns in MTA as it takes up extra processing power.		Also, make sure that your machine is capable of running the game in single player. Note that if you are running single player on the absolute minimum requirements, you will experience slowdowns in MTA as it takes up extra processing power.
	~~{{Note\|~~
	* MTA:SA will only work on GTA:SA '''v1.0'''. If you bought the game recently, it is likely that you have a later version.''' [[Known_Issues_-_FAQ#Does_MTASA_work_with_v1.01_or_v2.00_of_GTA_San_Andreas.3F\| (More info)]]
	* If you have a Steam copy of GTA: San Andreas you should [[Known_Issues_-_FAQ#I_have_the_Steam_version_of_GTA_San_Andreas._How_can_I_play_MTASA.3F\|read this first]].
	}}

	===System requirements===		===System requirements===

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2023-06-15T07:03:13Z

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	[[~~Image~~:~~Server_Browser~~.~~jpg~~\|~~280px~~]]		[[File:Server Browser List.png\|600px\|center]]
	\| width="380" \|		\| width="380" \|
	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Browse servers''' – this allows you to receive a list of available servers to play on. </font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Browse servers''' – this allows you to receive a list of available servers to play on. </font>
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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Host game''' – this allows you to start a local server. </font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Host game''' – this allows you to start a local server. </font>
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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Settings '''– this allows you to change your in-game nickname, customize controls and adjust display settings.</font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Settings '''– this allows you to change your in-game nickname, customize controls and adjust display settings.</font>
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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''About '''– this gives you a list of contributors to the project.</font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''About '''– this gives you a list of contributors to the project.</font>
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	<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Map editor '''– this allows you to create your own maps, complete with checkpoints, ramps, pickups and other objects. These can then be uploaded onto a server so that you can play them with other people.</font>		<font size="-1" face="tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif">'''Map editor '''– this allows you to create your own maps, complete with checkpoints, ramps, pickups and other objects. These can then be uploaded onto a server so that you can play them with other people.</font>

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	==Before you start==		==Before you start==
	Before you install Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas, first make sure that ~~there are no modifications to~~ GTA:SA installed~~. These will~~ conflict with MTA. If you would like to keep your single-player mods, you can create two installations by reinstalling San Andreas to a second folder on your hard drive.		Before you install Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas, first make sure that you have GTA:SA installed (see [[Where to buy GTASA]]), and that it contains no modifications (these may conflict with MTA). If you would like to keep your single-player mods, you can create two installations by reinstalling GTA: San Andreas to a second folder on your hard drive.

	Also, make sure that your machine is capable of running the game in single player. Note that if you are running single player on the absolute minimum requirements, you will experience slowdowns in MTA as it takes up extra processing power.		Also, make sure that your machine is capable of running the game in single player. Note that if you are running single player on the absolute minimum requirements, you will experience slowdowns in MTA as it takes up extra processing power.
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	* Make sure you head over to the [[Known_Issues_-_FAQ\|Known Issues]] page if you have issues, or join us on [https://discord.com/invite/mtasa Discord] and do so in the #help-support channel.		* Make sure you head over to the [[Known_Issues_-_FAQ\|Known Issues]] page if you have issues, or join us on [https://discord.com/invite/mtasa Discord] and do so in the #help-support channel.

	==Installing ~~the game~~==		==Installing MTA==
	# If you haven't already, ~~download~~ the MTA:SA client from the download page at [http://~~mtasa~~.com ~~mtasa~~.com].		# '''If you haven't already, ensure GTA: San Andreas is installed on your PC. See [[Where to buy GTASA]] for information on how to obtain the game.'''
	# Run the installer~~, for~~ Windows Vista and 7 it is required to run this with administrator rights. (~~The~~ installer will ask.)		# Download the MTA:SA client from the download page at [http://multitheftauto.com multitheftauto.com].
			# Run the installer. For Windows Vista and 7 it is required to run this with administrator rights (the installer will ask.)
	# You need to accept the license that comes with MTA:SA (GPLv3).		# You need to accept the license that comes with MTA:SA (GPLv3).
	# You will be asked which components to install:		# You will be asked which components to install:
	#* '''Game Client''' interfaces with the game and is a required component.		#* '''Game Client''' interfaces with the game and is a required component. '''This is enough to play on multiplayer servers.'''
	#* '''Dedicated Server''' enables you to host your own home-brew server.		#* '''Dedicated Server''' enables you to host your own home-brew server.
	#** '''Core components''' and '''Game module''' are required components for the dedicated server.		#** '''Core components''' and '''Game module''' are required components for the dedicated server.
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	#* '''Start menu group''' creates a start menu group for the installed components.		#* '''Start menu group''' creates a start menu group for the installed components.
	#* '''Desktop icon''' creates a desktop icon for the client.		#* '''Desktop icon''' creates a desktop icon for the client.
	# You are then asked for a folder in which to install ~~the mod~~. This can by anywhere and ~~doesn~~'~~t have to~~ be in you San Andreas directory.		# You are then asked for a folder in which to install MTA. This can by anywhere and '''should not be in you San Andreas directory'''. Avoid special folders like OneDrive or other cloud-synced directories.
	# Next, you will be asked for the directory where you have San Andreas installed. The default location is: '''C:\Program Files\Rockstar Games\GTA San Andreas\'''. Reminder: you need to have the game installed before installing MTA. See [[Where to buy GTASA]].		# Next, you will be asked for the directory where you have San Andreas installed. The default location is: '''C:\Program Files\Rockstar Games\GTA San Andreas\'''. '''Reminder: you need to have the game installed before installing MTA. See [[Where to buy GTASA]].'''
	# When the installation completes, you will be given the option to start MTA: San Andreas straight away. Choose your option and then press '''Finish'''.		# When the installation completes, you will be given the option to start MTA: San Andreas straight away. Choose your option and then press '''Finish'''.
	# You will be able to launch ''MTA San Andreas'' from your Start Menu if you wish to play.		# You will be able to launch ''MTA San Andreas'' from your Start Menu if you wish to play.

	==~~Running the game~~==		==Playing MTA==
	# Start Multi Theft Auto by clicking the icon located in your Start Menu under '''MTA:San Andreas'''.		# Start Multi Theft Auto by clicking the icon located in your Start Menu under '''MTA:San Andreas'''.
	# GTA: San Andreas will start and once it is loaded, you will be presented with the MTA:SA main menu. Here you will find several options (you could also watch a how-to tutorial [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShiqnOazNYw here]):		# GTA: San Andreas will start and once it is loaded, you will be presented with the MTA:SA main menu. Here you will find several options (you could also watch a how-to tutorial [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShiqnOazNYw here]):