What mod loader to use if any?

A question, what mod loader do you guys use? If any. I tried to install some mods using vortex mod loader but it just kept getting stuck on character creation and or loading a map. Hence I manually installed the mods but now I can't seem to get the mod configuration mod to display when I press f1. The mods I tried to install via vortex are Plant easily Advanced boating Ladders Quick sort and trash (forgot entire name) Valheim+ Multi chest (allows for multiple people to open the same chest)