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How to Install 'Minecraft' Mods and Resource Packs to Completely Re-invent the Game

Mods can be installed in "Minecraft" by playing the "Java Edition" and then using the third-party Minecraft Forge app. Minecraft Forge will create a folder for you to store your mods and enable them to be played in Minecraft. Additionally, you can download resource packs, which change the game's graphics, without using Minecraft Forge.



Mods are a great choice for those who enjoy "Minecraft" but are bored with it.



Mods, short for "modifications," are pieces of software that change how "Minecraft" works. Modifications can alter the rules of the time-space continuum. Certain mods can transform enemies into powerful zombies. Add a few modifications such as introducing flags or customized weapons, and you can transform your game into a fierce game of Capture the Flag with friends.



There are also resource packs (also called texture packs) that alter the textures - the visual designs of every object in the game. They are ideal for making the game look different but keeping the same gameplay.



Please note that mods or resource packs are compatible with the Java Edition of "Minecraft," which is available for Mac, Windows, Linux, and Mac.





How do you install "Minecraft" mods




Install Minecraft Forge to use mods in Minecraft. Next look for mods online. Add your mods to "Minecraft" and troubleshoot any issues that may arise. Here's how it works.






Install Minecraft Forge


Before you can install "Minecraft" mods you'll have to install a no-cost app called Minecraft Forge. Forge is a third-party application that lets you manage, install, activate, and delete any mod.



Minecraft Forge can be downloaded via the official website. Download the "Recommended" version and ensure that the number on your left sidebar is in line with the version of Minecraft you have.



After you've downloaded and installed Forge, restart your computer and then open the Minecraft Launcher. A new options menu should appear. Select "Forge" from the menu and then click "Play."



This will start "Minecraft" with Forge enabled. If you've successfully completed it you will be able to see a new menu titled "Mods" in the main menu.






Find the 'Minecraft' mods you want





Many websites offer free "Minecraft" mods. Two of the most well-known are minecraftmods.com and curseforge.com. You can search Google for the mods that you're looking for, in case you aren't able to find them there.



However whatever source you use, conduct some research. It is recommended to research mod downloads from third-party sources to ensure they're safe and won't cause any problems in your game.



Also , ensure that any mod you download is compatible with the specific version of "Minecraft" that you're running.



Both sites provide search tools as well as comment sections that allow users to report any issues related to mod downloads.
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Curseforge allows you to sort by mods with millions of downloads.






Add your mod to 'Minecraft'


To view your mod in action, download the mod file you'd like and place it in the folder created by Forge called "mods." If you're unable to locate the folder, then save your mod file anyplace else you are able to locate it.





1. While running Forge, start "Minecraft" and click the "Mods option from the main menu.


2. Click "Open mods folder." This will open the Forge folder to install mods.


3. You can then use your Mac's Finder or Windows's File Explorer to locate the mod file you downloaded. Drag and drop the file or copy-and-paste it into the appropriate Forge mods directory.





Emma Witman/Insider Restart your PC to ensure that the mods are in place Then, launch "Java" with Forge selected. Go to the "Mods" menu and you'll see the mod you have installed listed.








Troubleshooting


Don't panic don't be concerned if "Minecraft" isn't loading after installing mods. There may be bugs and other issues however, they are generally minor.



You must make sure that you have copied the correct files and the mod you downloaded is compatible with your version of "Minecraft".



"Minecraft" will display an error log when it is unable to load, which you can inspect to find which mod is making the game crash. Once you've found the problem, open the mods folder and remove the culprit mod before restarting and launching again.






How to install 'Minecraft' resource packs


You can also install resource packs to diversify your Minecraft world. They won't affect gameplay , but can alter how the buildings and blocks appear.



You can find resource packs at well-known sources such as curseforge.com or other sites such as resourcepack.net. Here's how you can install one in your game.



1. Download the resource pack you're looking for, which you should get in the form of an .zip file, and copy the file. Do not extract the file. Instead copy it as zipped.


2. Open "Minecraft: Java Edition," and click "Options," then "Resource Packs."





Select "Open Pack folder" and copy-and-paste or drag-and drop the zip file into the folder. If you aren't able to see the resource pack listed immediately under "Available," go ahead and restart "Minecraft." It should be there.





Change the resource pack's label to "Available" instead of "Selected."






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You're now set. Depending on the resource pack, you might see changes right away.





How do I turn the resource packs off or on while playing


If you find the new resource packs distracting or you want to see the original textures, you can toggle your resource packs on/off while you play.



1. Press Esc to open the menu, then select "Options."


2. Click "Resource packs ...""


3. This will open the resource pack folder that you opened via the main menu. This will allow you to enable or disable the resource pack and open your computer's resource pack folder.


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