Basics

Change your Skin to change how your character looks! Edit Skins on Minecraft Browse through these creations from the Tynker Community if you're lookin...

How can I add new creatures or objects to Minecraft with a mod?

Find the item or mob you'd like to change in Tynker. Visit the Minecraft tab after logging in at tynker.com . Once you've installed your item or mo...

Do I need to know how to code to make a mod?

No, you don't need to know how to code to make a mod, especially if you're using Tynker. In fact, modding is the perfect way to learn to code in the...

Can I share my Minecraft creations with my friends? How?

There are two ways to share Tynker mods with friends: Sharing the file or sharing a Community link. You can download your Skins, Items, or Add-ons as ...

What programming language is used to create Minecraft mods?

Professional coders will use languages like Java or C++ to create Minecraft mods, but you don't need to be a professional to create mods of your own. ...

Is it safe to download and use mods?

Minecraft modding is usually safe if you follow some basic rules. Only use trusted websites like Tynker or MakeCode, and only download mods from websi...

How can I create my own Minecraft mods?

Explore starter tutorials at Tynker.com . Visit the Minecraft tab. You can also find inspiration in Tynker's Minecraft Community. Remix any mod to ...

What is Minecraft modding?

Minecraft modding is the process of writing computer programs to change or add new features to Minecraft. With Tynker, modding is accessible and kid-f...

What are the best tools or platforms for creating mods?

For kids and beginners who want to create mods, Tynker is one of the best platforms. It offers a visual coding interface that's easy to use and unders...

How can I write a simple mod? How can I spawn friendly animals like Pigs?

Write your first Minecraft mod!

How do I make blocks turn purple?

Watch this video! Change the texture of your world. Choose the block you'd like to update. All the blocks of that type in your world will take your ne...

How can I make cute characters in Minecraft?

Change your Skin to change how your character looks! Edit Skins on Minecraft Browse through these creations from the Tynker Community if you're lookin...

What are some common Minecraft terms I need to know before modding? Is there a Minecraft glossary?

Here are a few Minecraft terms you might want to know before beginning a modding session (especially as a parent or educator new to Minecraft). Want t...

How can I teleport myself?

Find a step-by-step tutorial in the Mods section of your student dashboard. Login at tynker.com , then visit Minecraft > Mods > Teleportation Spell ...

How can I change how time passes?

Learn how to control time by following the Time Flies mod. Login at tynker, then visit the Minecraft tab. Visit the Mods section and find the Time ...

How can I teleport myself high above my Minecraft world?

Want a bird's eye view of your Minecraft world? Try the Free Fallin' mod. Login at tynker.com , then visit Minecraft > Mods > Free Fallin ' for ...

How can I give myself an item or rare resource?

Of course you can enable Creative Mode when you create a world, or even type /gamemode creative in Chat and you'll have every possible block and ite...

How can I find Tynker's most popular skins, blocks, mobs, and items?

Visit these links! Download for free and use them in your own Minecraft world. Popular Skins Popular Add-ons Popular Blocks Popular Items Popular Mobs...

Where are Tynker's Minecraft answer keys? I'm stuck on a puzzle!

Ask your parent or guardian to login using their Tynker account. Then visit the Answer Keys section in the Parent sidebar on the left — and find t...

How can I transform a Cave Spider into a Crab? How can I change mobs?

Watch this how to video for Tynker's Summer Code Jam, where the prompt was Minecraft at the Beach :

How can I make a Minecraft escape room?

Take some inspiration from Agent Recall, a course available to Tynker Subscribers. Watch the trailer below. Find the course in your Minecraft tab or...

How can I make mythical creatures in Minecraft?

Try Tynker's Mythicraft course, available to subscribers. Find it in your Minecraft tab after logging in at tynker.com or search for Mythicraft in...

How can I make mobs rideable? Can I ride a Cave Spider?

Use Tynker's mob editor to totally transform the look and behavior of mobs. Visit Minecraft > Mobs after logging in at tynker.com for a list of ev...

How can I make a flying mob? Can I transform how Bats behave?

Use Tynker's mob editor to totally transform the look and behavior of mobs. Visit Minecraft > Mobs after logging in at tynker.com for a list of ev...

How can I make a unicorn in Minecraft? Or make a cool horse?

Use Tynker's mob editor to totally transform the look and behavior of mobs. Visit Minecraft > Mobs after logging in at tynker.com for a list of ever...

How can I make angry mobs friendly? Can I create a tame Skeleton in Minecraft?

Yes! Use Tynker's mob editor to totally transform the behavior of mobs. Turn angry mobs into friendly ones. Or transform their attacks into harmless f...

How does modding Minecraft teach anything? Am I learning how to code?

Minecraft is the perfect visual environment to explore coding and computer science. And when you engage kids in activities that they’re interested in ...

How can I use Minecraft Education with Tynker? Does Tynker work with Minecraft Education Edition?

Do you use Minecraft Education in your classroom or afterschool group? It’s a special educational version of Minecraft that Microsoft makes available ...

Where can I find all of Tynker's Minecraft courses?

Browse what's available here: All Tynker Minecraft Courses https://www.tynker.com/parents/curriculum/minecraft/courses/ After logging in at Tynker, y...

Can I design a backpack or helpers that holds extra items?

Want to make a Piggy Bank that can store items like a chest? Check out the Add-On tutorials in your Dashboard ( Project > Create New Project > Minecra...

Can I make a mod that lets me build with invisible blocks?

Use Tynker's Blocks Editor to change the look of any block you like! Login at tynker.com , then visit the Minecraft tab, and click Blocks. Choose the...

How can I cast different spells? Or make a magic wand?

Try writing a mod that you can trigger with different Minecraft chat commands. This spell gets triggered when the player chats " enchant ": This spell...

How do I build a trap that activates when a player walks over it?

Use redstone blocks — and the pressure plate! Place redstone and pressure plates using mods with Tynkerbot commands like these: You don't need code to...

Can I create a mod that allows me to fly on a magic carpet?

You can write your own mods using Tynker's mods editor ( Projects > Create Project > Minecraft > Create Mod ). Check out the Magic Carpet tutorial for...

How do I design a new creature that lives in the water?

Use Tynker's mobs editor! Of course, you can change how an animal looks… But also how the animal behaves , using code blocks. Choose a mob to start. ...

How do I make a mod that changes the way mining or digging works?

Try Tynker's Mods Editor ( Project > Create Project > Minecraft > Create Mod ). https://www.tynker.com/dashboard/student/#/minecraft/mod/bedrock Want ...

How can I design my own pet or companion in Minecraft?

Use Tynker's mobs editor! Of course, you can change how an animal looks… But also how the animal behaves, using code blocks. Choose a mob to start. ht...

Can I make a mod that lets me build structures with just a chat command?

Try Tynker's Mods Editor ( Project > Create Project > Minecraft > Create Mod ). https://www.tynker.com/dashboard/student/#/minecraft/mod/bedrock Then ...

How do I make animals or mobs behave differently in the game?

Use Tynker's mobs editor! Of course, you can change how an animal looks… But also how the animal behaves , using code blocks. Choose a mob to start. ...

How can I change the appearance of water or lava in my game?

Use Tynker's Blocks Editor! https://www.tynker.com/minecraft/blocks/ Choose the block you'd like to update. All the blocks of that type in your world ...

Can I modify my Minecraft world's weather?

Try Tynker's Mods Editor ( Project > Create Project > Minecraft > Create Mod ). https://www.tynker.com/dashboard/student/#/minecraft/mod/bedrock Use a...

How can I make a mod that adds my own paintings or decorations?

Change up how your blocks look! You don't even need to add code, just add as many Resource Packs as you like. Choose the block you'd like to change: h...

Can I change the way my character jumps or runs with a mod?

Try Tynker's Mods Editor ( Project > Create Project > Minecraft > Create Mod ). https://www.tynker.com/dashboard/student/#/minecraft/mod/bedrock Use a...

How can I design my own custom armor or weapons?

Use Tynker's Item Editor to change how your Sword or Armor looks. https://www.tynker.com/minecraft/items/ Find the item you'd like to change, then use...

Can I create a special potion or enchanted item with a mod?

Use Tynker's mods editor to "change the rules." Create a new mod by going to Projects > Create New Project > Minecraft > Create Mod Try out a short p...

How do I make animals or mobs behave differently in the game?

Use Tynker's mobs editor! Of course, you can change how an animal looks… But also how the animal behaves , using code blocks. Choose a mob to start. ...

What are texture packs, and how do they relate to mods?

Texture packs are special files that change the way Minecraft looks. They replace the game's default textures, like the appearance of blocks, items, a...

Can I combine different mods together?

With Tynker, you can enable as many Resource Packs and Behaviors as you like, to change the look of Items, Mobs, and Blocks. However, you can only run...

What are some popular mods that other people have made?

Professionally produced mods and "amazing fan creations" are both part of Minecraft's vibrant creator ecosystem. Popular mods add features, enhance ga...

Where can I find tutorials or guides to help me make mods?

Login at tynker.com . Then find Minecraft tutorials in your Student Dashboard! Visit the Minecraft tab. Or browse available courses for Tynker subscr...

Why do some mods conflict with others?

Mods can conflict with others because they might try to change the same parts of Minecraft in different ways. Here's a simple explanation: Changing th...

How do I install a mod, and what happens if it doesn't work?

Installing a mod can be a fun way to add new features to Minecraft. Here's a simple guide, and remember, the process might vary a bit depending on the...

Can I get in trouble for using or creating mods?

No, you usually won't get in trouble for using or creating mods in Minecraft, as long as you follow some simple rules: Don't Cheat : If you're playing...