Knot Deposit Box
If you have ever stared at a vault overflowing with raw meat, wood, and stone while your dedicated storage sits half-empty a few feet away, you know the pain of manual inventory management in ARK. The Knot Deposit Box add-on for ARK: Survival Ascended eliminates that frustration entirely. This clever mod introduces a single, powered box that acts as a central sorting hub. Place your mixed loot inside, press the "auto sort and deposit" button on your inventory, and watch the magic happen. It scans nearby structures, identifies what belongs where, and moves only matching item types into each container, respecting your personal organizational preferences.
How the Auto-Sort System Works
The core mechanic is simple but powerful. The Knot Deposit Box does not just dump everything into the first available chest. Instead, it performs a smart triage. By default, the mod targets Wood Storage Boxes (small and large), Vaults, and TEK Dedicated Storage. When it locates one of these compatible containers within range, it checks whether that container already holds the same item type. If it does, the box moves those matching items across until the destination is full. This ensures that your stack of narcotics goes to the chest already holding narcotics, not mixed in with your metal ingots.
What truly sets this mod apart is its customizability. You are not locked into the default storage list. The mod allows you to add any other storage structure via a simple configuration line. This includes modded storage units, fabricators, or even crop plots. For example, if you use a popular storage mod and want your Large Crop Plots to receive berries automatically, you can add their class names to the config. Each class is separated by a comma, giving you granular control over your entire base logistics network.
Key Features and Configurable Options
- Smart Matching: Only moves items to containers that already have the same item type.
- Visual Range Display: Toggle the "display range" option on the box to see exactly which storage units are in reach.
- Customizable Range: Adjust the AutoDepositRange between 1000 and 25000 (default is 7500).
- Flexible Capacity: Set the StorageSlots between 20 and 600 (default is 60) to handle bulk drops.
- Additional Structures: Add mod storage, fabricators, or crop plots to the sorting list using the AdditionalStorageClasses config.
Installation and Requirements
Getting started is straightforward. The engram is learned at level 35, and the box is crafted in a Fabricator. Crucially, the Knot Deposit Box requires electricity to function, so ensure you have a generator or TEK power source nearby. To download Knot Deposit Box for ARK: Survival Ascended, simply subscribe to the mod on the Steam Workshop and add it to your server's mod list. For single-player or dedicated servers, the process is the same as any other mod.
For how to install the configuration options, you will need to edit your GameUserSettings.ini file. If you do not include the config, the mod uses the defaults automatically. The structure looks like this:
[KnotDepositBox] AutoDepositRange=7500 StorageSlots=60 AdditionalStorageClasses=PrimalInventoryBP_BetterStorage_Huge,PrimalItemStructure_CropPlot_Large
This flexibility ensures the mod works seamlessly with your existing base layout, regardless of whether you use vanilla structures or a heavy mod loadout.
Compatibility and Performance
The Knot Deposit Box is designed to work with the latest builds of ARK: Survival Ascended, including the current major patches and seasonal updates. It is a client-side and server-side mod, meaning both the host and players need it installed to function correctly on dedicated servers. The mod is lightweight and does not cause noticeable performance drops, even when scanning multiple large bases. It also plays well with other popular QoL and storage mods, provided you add their class names to the config file as described above.
If you are managing a cluster of servers, you will appreciate that the mod does not rely on external plugins or dependencies. It is a self-contained solution that respects the vanilla game's save structure, reducing the risk of data corruption or rollback issues. For players who want a hassle-free setup, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install for the Knot Deposit Box, automatically handling version compatibility and mod ordering so you can jump straight into organizing your base without fiddling with file paths.
Why You Need This Mod
Manual sorting is a time sink that no survivor enjoys. Whether you are a solo player hoarding resources or a tribe managing a massive industrial complex, the Knot Deposit Box saves you hours of dragging items between inventories. It also reduces the risk of accidentally dumping valuable resources into the wrong container, which can be catastrophic during a raid or a crafting spree. The visual range indicator removes guesswork, and the configurable slot count lets you scale the box's capacity to match your play style.
In conclusion, the Knot Deposit Box is an essential addition to any ARK: Survival Ascended playthrough that values efficiency. It is simple to set up, deeply configurable, and works with both vanilla and modded storage. Say goodbye to the endless clicking and dragging, and let this smart box do the heavy lifting. For those who prefer a managed approach, the foxygame.net launcher keeps the Knot Deposit Box updated automatically, ensuring you always have the latest fixes and features without manual intervention. Download it today and reclaim your time for the actual survival part of the game.