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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers about the SU Craftable Name Tag mod.

General Questions​

What is this mod?​

SU Craftable Name Tag is a Minecraft Fabric mod that adds a crafting recipe for name tags, making them easily obtainable in survival mode using common materials.

Is this mod client-side or server-side?​

This is a server-side only mod. Players do not need to install any client-side mods to use the crafting recipe.

What Minecraft versions are supported?​

The mod supports Minecraft 1.21.x with Fabric Loader.

Do I need Fabric API?​

No, this mod does not require Fabric API. It only requires Fabric Loader.

Installation Questions​

How do I install the mod?​

  1. Download the JAR file from Modrinth or GitHub Releases
  2. Install Fabric Loader on your server
  3. Place the JAR file in your server's mods folder
  4. Start your server

Can I install this on a client for single-player?​

Yes, you can install it on the client for single-player worlds, but it's not required for multiplayer servers.

Does this work with other mods?​

Yes, this mod should be compatible with most other Fabric mods since it only adds a simple crafting recipe.

Usage Questions​

What materials do I need to craft a name tag?​

You need:

  • 1x String
  • 2x Iron Ingots

Can I rename the name tag?​

Yes, you can rename name tags using an anvil, just like in vanilla Minecraft.

What mobs can I name with name tags?​

Most passive and neutral mobs can be named, including:

  • Farm animals (cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, horses, etc.)
  • Wild animals (wolves, cats, foxes, rabbits, etc.)
  • Villagers and iron golems

Can I name hostile mobs?​

No, hostile mobs cannot be named with name tags, just like in vanilla Minecraft.

Technical Questions​

Is this mod lightweight?​

Yes, this mod is very lightweight and has minimal impact on server performance.

Does this mod change any vanilla mechanics?​

No, this mod only adds a crafting recipe. All other name tag mechanics remain the same as vanilla Minecraft.

Can I disable the recipe?​

Currently, there's no configuration option to disable the recipe. This may be added in future versions.

Does this work with datapacks?​

Yes, this mod works alongside datapacks and doesn't interfere with them.

Troubleshooting​

The recipe isn't showing up​

  • Make sure you're using a crafting table (not inventory crafting)
  • Verify the mod is properly installed and loaded
  • Check that you have all required materials
  • Restart your server/client

The server won't start​

  • Check that you have Java 21+ installed
  • Verify Fabric Loader is properly installed
  • Check the server console for error messages
  • Ensure all dependencies are compatible

Name tags aren't working​

  • Make sure the name tag has been named in an anvil first
  • Check that the mob type supports naming
  • Ensure the mob isn't already named
  • Verify you're using the correct Minecraft version

Support​

Where can I get help?​

How do I report a bug?​

When reporting a bug, please include:

  • Minecraft version
  • Fabric Loader version
  • Mod version
  • Steps to reproduce the issue
  • Any error messages from the console
  • List of other mods installed (if any)

Can I contribute to the mod?​

Yes! Contributions are welcome. You can:

  • Report bugs and suggest features on GitHub
  • Submit pull requests with improvements
  • Help improve the documentation
  • Share the mod with others