Add Mods to Minecraft

If you're playing the Windows or Mac version of Minecraft, Minecraft Forge allows you to easily install mods by placing them in the correct folder. On Android, you can use an app called BlockLauncher to load mods. If you have an iOS device, you'll need to be jailbroken to use the Mod Launcher app to open mods.

Steps

Windows and Mac

  1. Determine your Minecraft version. A lot of what you'll be installing is dependent on the version of Minecraft you are playing. Before getting started, check your version number by starting Minecraft and looking at the title bar. The version number will be displayed after "Minecraft" in the title.
  2. Download Forge for Minecraft. Forge is a mod manager that virtually all mods use to load into Minecraft. Forge allows you to manage multiple mods at once, and makes mod installation very straightforward. To download Forge:
    • Visit http://files.minecraftforge.net/ in your browser.
    • Click the "Installer" button in the "Download Recommended" section, unless you need Forge for an older version of Minecraft.
    • Confirm that you want to keep the file. Many browsers will ask this about JAR files.
  3. Install Forge. Double-click the JAR file that you downloaded. In the window that appears, select "Install client" and click "OK." Forge will automatically be installed.[1]
  4. Download a mod file. Now that Forge is installed, you can try out your first mod. It's best to try mods one at a time, as they tend to break things when you use too many. Start with something simple, like an inventory tweak or a special item. Mods will download as a single JAR file. You can download mod files from several popular mod websites, including:
    • http://www.minecraftmods.com/
    • https://mods.curse.com/mc-mods/minecraft
    • http://www.minecraftforum.net/forums/mapping-and-modding/minecraft-mods
    • http://minecraftsix.com/category/minecraft-mods/
  5. Open your Minecraft "mods" folder. You'll be placing the mod file in this folder. the process for finding the folder is a little different for Windows and Mac:
    • Windows - Press ⊞ Win+R, type %appdata%, and press ↵ Enter. Open the ".minecraft" folder, and then open the "mods" folder.
    • Mac - Click your desktop and then press ⌘ Command+⇧ Shift+G. Type ~/Library and press ⏎ Return. Open the "Application Support" folder, and then the ".minecraft" folder. Open the "mods" folder inside.
  6. Move the mod's JAR file to the "mods" folder. Drag the downloaded JAR file for your mod into the mods folder. This is all you need to do to install the mod if you're using Forge.[2]
  7. Start Minecraft with the "forge" profile. When you open Minecraft, the Minecraft Launcher appears. Use the "Profile" menu in the lower-left corner and select "Forge." Click "Play" to launch Minecraft with the Forge profile.
  8. Try out your mod. Your mod will be enabled by default. The way you access the mod's content varies depending on the mod. For example, you may not notice a mod that adds new crafting recipes right away because you don't have the materials to make them.
  9. Manage your mods from the "Mods" menu in Minecraft. When you're on the Minecraft main menu when using the "Forge" profile, you'll see a new menu options called "Mods." This will display all of the mods that you currently have installed in your "mods" folder. You can disable and enable individual mods from this menu.

Minecraft PE (Android)

  1. Download BlockLauncher from the Google Play Store. This app allows you to load mod files into Minecraft PE for your Android device. You can use either the free or the paid version. When it comes to installing and using mods, both versions work equally well.
  2. Open a Minecraft PE mod website in your Android's browser. You can download mod files from a variety of different sites that specialize in Minecraft PE mods. Some of the more popular sites include:
    • http://mcpebox.com/minecraft-pe-mods/
    • http://mcpedl.com/category/mods/
    • http://mcpehub.com/mods
  3. Find a mod to install. There are tons of different mods available for Minecraft PE on Android. Find a mod that suits your needs and open the details page for it.
    • The mod must match the version of Minecraft PE that you have installed. You can see your Minecraft PE version in the bottom-right corner of the Minecraft main menu.
  4. Download the mod file to your Android device's storage. It may be difficult to find the exact link to begin downloading the file, as many sites use tricky ads to try to get advertising clicks. Beware of redirects when tapping links, as some sites will open ads in new tabs. The file you are downloading should be in .JS format.
    • It's recommended to start with just a mod or two, and then slowly add more. Mods tend to break each other, so it's best to keep it simple as you get started.
  5. Start BlockLauncher and load your mod file. You'll be using BlockLauncher to start Minecraft PE instead of the regular Minecraft PE app. BlockLauncher will load Minecraft PE and add the mod files you select.
    • Tap the wrench button at the top of the screen after starting BlockLauncher.
    • Tap "Manage ModPE Scripts."
    • Tap the "+" button in the corner and then select "Local storage to browse your device's files.
    • Open the "Download" folder and tap the mod file you downloaded. Tap the Back button to return to the main menu.
  6. Play with your mod file. After selecting the mod file, tap "Play" on the main menu to start Minecraft. You can create a new world or load one of your existing ones. The process for accessing the mod's content will vary depending on the mod.[3]

Minecraft PE (iOS Jailbreak Only)

  1. Jailbreak your iOS device. You cannot install Minecraft PE mods on devices that aren't jailbroken. In order to jailbreak your iOS device, you'll need to be running a version of iOS that can be jailbroken. This usually rules out devices that are running the latest version of iOS. For details on jailbreaking your iOS device, see Jailbreak an iPhone.
  2. Install iFile from Cydia on your jailbroken device. After jailbreaking, launch Cydia from one of your Home screens. This is the package manager for jailbreak apps and tweaks. Search for "iFile" and tap the "Install" button on its details page. This will download and install the iFile program, which will allow you to load mod files stored on your iOS device.
  3. Download and install ModLoader for iOS. This program allows you to load the mod files into Minecraft PE. It's location changes frequently, but as of this writing in October 2016, you can download it at http://pan.baidu.com/s/1i3zK8M5#render-type=list-view&path=/V1.1.
    • Tap the Download button and then select "Open in iFile."
    • Tap "Installer" when prompted to start the installation of ModLoader.
  4. Search for mods in Cydia. All mod files will be downloaded through Cydia. Open Cydia and search for "minecraft mod" to find a variety of different mods that will work with ModLoader. You won't find the same selection as you would on Android, but you'll still find a fair number.
  5. Install a mod. Once you've found a mod you want to use, tap the "Install" button in the upper-right corner to install it like you would other Cydia programs. If the mod links to a DEB file, tap "Open in iFile" and then "Installer" like when you installed ModLoader.
  6. Start Minecraft PE after installing a mod. Once you've installed a mod, start Minecraft PE like you normally would.
  7. Tap the "ModLoader" button on the Minecraft PE main menu. The button looks like a Creeper face, and you can find it in the upper-right corner.
  8. Tap a mod in the list to enable and adjust it. Depending on the mod, there may be settings you can adjust. Not all mods will have additional settings menus. Mods will need to be enabled before they become active.
  9. Play with your mod. Each mod will have different requirements for access the mod's contents. Refer to the mod's details page in Cydia or look it up online if you are having difficulties getting it to work.[4]

Tips

  • Mods are not available for the Windows 10 edition or the console editions of Minecraft.[5]
  • Most mods don't work over multiplayer servers.
  • The mods might not work with others or not work at all.

Warnings

  • Back up your worlds before using mods.

Related Articles

Sources and Citations

  1. ↑ http://www.minecraftmods.com/how-to-install-minecraft-forge/
  2. ↑ http://www.minecraftmods.com/how-to-install-mods-for-minecraft-forge/
  3. ↑ http://mcpedl.com/how-to-install-minecraft-pe-mods-for-android/
  4. ↑ http://www.minecraftforum.net/forums/minecraft-pocket-edition/mcpe-mods-tools/2155860-ios-modloader?page=3
  5. ↑ https://www.reddit.com/r/Minecraft/comments/4495s5/proofofconcept_windows_10_edition_mods/?st=itbuq3rm&sh=3078c53c
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