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How to Install a Datapack?

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Efe Ketenci
Efe Ketenci
Minecraft Datapack Developer

Installing a datapack is quite simple. Here is a step-by-step guide:

Required Files​

  • Minecraft Java Edition
  • Datapack .zip file
  • Access to your world save folder

Installation Steps​

1. Find Your World Folder​

Windows:

%appdata%/.minecraft/saves/[World Name]/datapacks/

Mac:

~/Library/Application Support/minecraft/saves/[World Name]/datapacks/

Linux:

~/.minecraft/saves/[World Name]/datapacks/

2. Copy the Datapack​

  1. Download the datapack .zip file
  2. Copy it into the datapacks folder
  3. IMPORTANT: Do not unzip the file, leave it as .zip

3. Enable In-Game​

  1. Open Minecraft
  2. Enter your world
  3. Type /reload in the chat
  4. Check with /datapack list

Troubleshooting​

Datapack not showing up:

  • Is the file in .zip format?
  • Is it in the correct folder?
  • Did you run /reload?

Getting errors:

  • Is your Minecraft version compatible?
  • The datapack might be corrupted, try downloading again

Important Notes​

  • Datapacks only work on Java Edition
  • They do NOT work on Bedrock Edition
  • Installation is the same for servers