pfUI: Custom UI Addon for WoW Classic Setup
Vanilla WoW Classic 1.12 · x5 realm · wowx5.rupfUI is one of the most popular WoW Classic addons, transforming the dated 2004-era interface into a clean, modern UI. On WowX5 x5 server, it makes gameplay significantly more comfortable and looks professional.
What pfUI Changes
pfUI overhauled nearly every part of the game interface:
- Unit frames — character, target, target-of-target, and pet in a unified minimalist style.
- Action bars — clean icons with built-in cooldown timers (OmniCC-style).
- Buff/debuff tracker — compact active buff display with timers.
- Minimap — rectangular, minimalist, without the round frame.
- Raid frames — compact with debuff indicators, essential for healers in 40-man raids.
- Chat — redesigned with configurable colors and fonts.
For raid healers, pfUI is especially valuable: its raid frames show debuffs without extra addons, making healing 40-player raids significantly more manageable.
Installation
1. Download the latest pfUI for 1.12.1 from GitHub (shagu/pfUI). 2. Extract the archive — you need a pfUI/ folder containing pfUI.toc. 3. Copy pfUI/ to <WoW folder>/Interface/AddOns/. 4. Click AddOns on the character select screen and confirm pfUI is enabled. 5. Log in — the interface changes automatically. 6. Type /pfui for settings.
pfUI is incompatible with other UI-replacement addons. Do not install them simultaneously.
Configuration
All settings accessible via /pfui:
| Section | What You Configure |
|---|---|
| General | Scale, fonts, border style |
| UnitFrames | Frame size and position |
| Raid | Raid frame compactness, debuffs |
| Minimap | Shape, scale, buttons |
| Actionbars | Bar count, cooldowns |
| Auras | Buff/debuff display |
Compatibility
pfUI works well with:
- Questie — quest markers work independently. Questie guide.
- DBM — boss timers are fully compatible.
- Atlas — dungeon maps work alongside pfUI. Atlas guide.
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Advanced pfUI Tips
Moving elements: most pfUI frames can be dragged while holding Shift. Customize the position of health bars, raid frames, and action bars to match your play style.
Profiles: pfUI supports multiple profiles. Create separate profiles for tank, healer, and DPS roles. Switch with /pfui profile.
Scaling: on smaller screens, increase UI scale in General settings. On large monitors, reduce it to see more of the game world.
Transparency: pfUI lets you configure transparency per element. Semi-transparent panels are a popular choice for better battlefield visibility.
Raid healer setup: as a healer in 40-player raids, move raid frames to the center-bottom of your screen. Enable debuff indicators and set frame size to distinguish health levels at a glance across all 40 players.
pfUI pairs well with Questie for quest markers and Atlas for dungeon maps — together they form a complete addon setup for any WoW Classic player.
FAQ
What is pfUI?
pfUI is a popular WoW Classic 1.12.1 addon that replaces the default game interface with a clean, minimalist design. It overhauls unit frames, action bars, buff tracking, minimap, raid frames, and chat into a cohesive modern UI.
Does pfUI work on WowX5 server?
Yes. pfUI is built for the 1.12.1 client that WowX5 runs on. Download the latest version from GitHub (shagu/pfUI) which actively maintains 1.12.1 support. After installation it works fully out of the box.
How do I reset pfUI to defaults?
Type /pfui in-game and look for Reset or Default option. Alternatively, delete your pfUI saved variables: WTF/Account/