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--- faq:user [2023/04/12 09:27] – poopooracoocoo
+++ faq:user [2023/12/27 02:25] – Updated Bukkit/Spigot/Paper compatibility section. clomclem
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 ====== Frequently Asked Questions (from users) ======
-This is the simplified version! For technical answers, see the [[faq:expert|"expert mode" supplement]].
+This is the simplified version! For technical answers, see the [[faq:expert|"expert mode" supplement of the FAQ]].
 ===== General =====
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 There exist ways to run Fabric with older versions - modded or vanilla, but they're currently non-trivial or unofficial - see the expert FAQ for more details.
+==== Where can I download published Fabric mods? ====
+They are most often on [[https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods?filter-game-version=2020709689%3A7499&filter-sort=2|CurseForge]] or [[https://modrinth.com/mods?g=categories:%27fabric%27|Modrinth]]. Some mod authors may upload their mods to other sites such as GitHub, GitLab or their own site. See [[https://fabricmc.net/wiki/player:tutorials:adding_mods|Adding mods]] for more information.
 ==== Are there any premade Fabric modpacks? ====
-Published Fabric modpacks can be found on websites such as [[https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/modpacks|CurseForge]], [[https://modrinth.com/modpacks?g=categories:%27fabric%27|Modrinth]], [[https://www.technicpack.net/|Technic]], [[https://www.feed-the-beast.com/|FTB]] and [[https://atlauncher.com/packs/all|ATLauncher]]. A few modpacks are also distributed as exports in the CurseForge format, Modrinth format, MultiMC format, or another format.
+Yes. Published Fabric modpacks can be found on websites such as the following:
+  * [[https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/modpacks|CurseForge]]
+  * [[https://modrinth.com/modpacks?g=categories:%27fabric%27|Modrinth]]
+  * [[https://www.technicpack.net/|Technic]]
+  * [[https://www.feed-the-beast.com/|FTB]]
+  * [[https://atlauncher.com/packs/all|ATLauncher]]
+Sometimes modpacks may be distributed as exports in the CurseForge format, Modrinth format, MultiMC format, or another format.
 ==== How can I install a premade Fabric modpack? ====
-You can use launchers to browse for or install modpacks. [[https://atlauncher.com/|ATLauncher]], the [[https://download.curseforge.com/|CurseForge App]], the [[https://www.feed-the-beast.com/ftb-app|FTB App]], [[https://gdlauncher.com/|GDLauncher]], [[https://multimc.org/|MultiMC]], [[https://prismlauncher.org/|Prism Launcher]], and [[https://www.technicpack.net/download|Technic Launcher]] will allow you to do so. Some modpacks also allow you to download a "server" pack and install it in Minecraft Launcher.
+You can use launchers to browse for or install modpacks:
+  * [[https://atlauncher.com/|ATLauncher]]
+  * [[https://download.curseforge.com/|CurseForge App]]
+  * [[https://www.feed-the-beast.com/ftb-app|FTB App]]
+  * [[https://gdlauncher.com/|GDLauncher]]
+  * [[https://modrinth.com/app|Modrinth App]]
+  * [[https://multimc.org/|MultiMC]]
+  * [[https://prismlauncher.org/|Prism Launcher]]
+  * [[https://www.technicpack.net/download|Technic Launcher]]
+Some modpacks also allow you to download a "server" pack to install it in Minecraft Launcher.
 If someone has shared their modpack export, you can import it into some of these launchers.
 ==== What launchers can I use to play with Fabric mods (on a custom/home-assembled modpack)? ====
-As of November 2021, the following launchers are available for this:
+As of August 2023, the following launchers are available for this:
-  * Official Launcher - an installer is available on [[https://fabricmc.net/use/installer/|Fabric's download page]].
+  * Official Launcher - an installer is available on [[https://fabricmc.net/use/installer/|Fabric's download page]]. A [[player:tutorials:install_mcl:windows|guide]] is available
-  * MultiMC - a guide is available [[player:tutorials:install_multimc:windows|here]] for Windows, and [[player:tutorials:install_multimc:mac|here]] for macOS; there is an "Install Fabric" button to easily install Fabric loader.
+  * MultiMC - a guide is available for [[player:tutorials:install_multimc:windows|Windows]], and for [[player:tutorials:install_multimc:mac|macOS]]; there is an "Install Fabric" button to easily install Fabric loader.
   * Prism Launcher
   * CurseForge App - supports Fabric, just choose "Fabric" then select a version when creating a modpack.
-  * GDLauncher - supports Fabric, just choose "Fabric" then select a version when creating an instance.
+  * GDLauncher - supports Fabric, just choose "Fabric" then select a version when creating an instance. A guide is available for [[player:tutorials:install_gdlauncher:windows|Windows]] and [[player:tutorials:install_gdlauncher:linux|Linux]]
   * ATLauncher - supports Fabric download and installation.
+  * Modrinth App
   * HMCL - supports Fabric download and installation, including sources from mirror websites.
-**Please keep in mind** that Fabric API is a separate component and must be downloaded separately - you can find it [[https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/fabric-api|here]].
+**Please keep in mind** that Fabric API is a separate component and must be downloaded separately - you can find it on [[https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/fabric-api|CurseForge]] or [[https://modrinth.com/mod/fabric-api|Modrinth]].
-We recommend MultiMC due to its superior user experience for modded environments.
 ==== What launchers can I use to share a Fabric modpack? ====
-As of 30th June 2019, the following launchers are available for this:
+As of August 2023, the following launchers are available for this:
   * MCUpdater - [[tutorial:mcupdater_modpacks|guide]]
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   * ATLauncher - [[tutorial:atlauncher_modpacks|guide]]
   * MultiMC
+  * Prism Launcher
   * CurseForge App
   * GDLauncher
+  * Modrinth App
+  * Packwiz (CLI)
+  * Moddermore (website)
+==== Why should I use an alternative launcher? ====
+The default, vanilla Minecraft Launcher is oftentimes not enough to manage a lot of modded instances.
+For that reason, alternative Minecraft launchers were created.
+Advantages of using an alternative launcher:
+  * Easily install Fabric
+  * Built-in mod downloading and updating
+  * Automatically download mod dependencies
+  * Built-in modpack downloading and updating
+  * Allow you to export and import modpacks
+  * Designed specifically for modded Minecraft
+  * Automatically create separate folders for instances which helps you separate your saves
+  * May launch faster
 ===== Interoperability =====
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 ==== Can Fabric run together with Bukkit/Spigot/Paper? ====
-Not at the moment. This may change by the end of the year, but is unlikely to be officially supported.
+No, and it is unlikely to be officially supported. This is due to many core differences between Fabric and Bukkit/Spigot/Paper.
+If you really want to run plugins on Fabric, you can try the unofficial [[https://github.com/CardboardPowered/cardboard|Cardboard]] mod, but beware that it is incompatible with many mods and doesn't support the complete Bukkit/Spigot/Paper api.
 ==== Can Fabric run together with Forge? ====
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 No. Forge mods must run on Forge, and Fabric mods must run on Fabric. You cannot mix mods.
-  * Fabric does not currently work on top of Forge on modern Minecraft versions.
+  * Fabric does not work on top of Forge.
   * It is theoretically possible to create a way to do so - that is to say, there are no known major technical obstacles in accomplishing such.
   * There were some experiments and discussions done in this regard (as of 30th June), but nothing usable by end users or mod developers.
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 Consider using an OptiFine alternative, as unofficial mods such as OptiFabric may not be compatible with your mods.
-[[https://fabricmc.net/wiki/optifine-alternatives|OptiFine Alternatives]]
+[[https://fabricmc.net/wiki/community:optifine_alternatives|OptiFine Alternatives]]
-[[https://lambdaurora.dev/optifine_alternatives|OptiFine alternatives on Fabric]]
+[[https://lambdaurora.dev/optifine_alternatives/|LambdAurora's OptiFine alternatives]]
 [[https://gist.github.com/modmuss50/deff1658c4550ca8b16cb5d40ceaa468|The future of Optifabric and recommended alternatives]]