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 ====== Frequently Asked Questions (from users) ====== ====== Frequently Asked Questions (from users) ======
  
-This is the simplified version! For technical answers, see the expert FAQ.+This is the simplified version! For technical answers, see the [[faq:expert|"expert mode" supplement of the FAQ]].
  
-===== Interoperability =====+===== General =====
  
 ==== What Minecraft versions does Fabric support? ==== ==== What Minecraft versions does Fabric support? ====
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 For most cases, the answer is "snapshot 18w43b and above, releases 1.14 and above". For most cases, the answer is "snapshot 18w43b and above, releases 1.14 and above".
  
-There exist ways to run Fabric with older versions - modded or vanilla, but they're currently non-trivial - see the expert FAQ for more details.+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. 
 + 
 +==== It says that I need to install fabric but I'm already running it! ==== 
 +By 'fabric' it is referring to the [[https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/fabric-api/files|Fabric API]] mod. 
 + 
 +==== How do I see a list of mods in-game? ==== 
 +Fabric doesn't come with a mod menu built-in. There's a mod called [[https://modrinth.com/mod/modmenu|Mod Menu]] that adds it. Some mods integrate with Mod Menu and add in-game configuration screens. Click on the "Mods" button and select the mod you want to configure; if the mod integrates with Mod Menu, you'll see a "Settings" button on the top-right. 
 + 
 +==== 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? ==== 
 + 
 +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]] 
 +  * [[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 August 2023, the following launchers are available to export instances as a modpack: 
 + 
 +  * 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 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. 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. 
 + 
 +==== What launchers can I use to share a Fabric modpack? ==== 
 + 
 +As of August 2023, the following launchers are available for this: 
 + 
 +  * MCUpdater - [[tutorial:mcupdater_modpacks|guide]] 
 +  * Technic (Solder) - [[tutorial:technic_modpacks|guide]] 
 +  * 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 =====
  
 ==== Can Fabric run together with Bukkit/Spigot/Paper? ==== ==== Can Fabric run together with Bukkit/Spigot/Paper? ====
  
-Not at the moment. This may change by the end of the yearbut is unlikely to be officially supported.+Noand 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? ==== ==== Can Fabric run together with Forge? ====
  
-  * Fabric does not currently work on top of Forge on modern Minecraft versions.+No. Forge mods must run on Forge, and Fabric mods must run on Fabric. You cannot mix mods.  
 + 
 +  * 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.   * 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. 
  
-The development team does not consider Forge interop a high-priority goal, as our focus is on supporting the Fabric community and its developers and users.+The Fabric development team does not consider Forge interoperability a high-priority goal, as our focus in our limited time dedicated to the project is on supporting the Fabric community and its developers and users
 + 
 +There is, however, [[https://github.com/Sinytra/Connector|Sinytra Connector]], a project which aims to allow running Fabric mods on the Forge mod loader. It is not officially supported or recommended.
  
 ==== Can Fabric run together with OptiFine? ==== ==== Can Fabric run together with OptiFine? ====
  
-Not officiallyHowever, unofficial mods exist to faciliate the launching of OptiFine for 1.14on Fabric. Your mileage may varyhowever.+Consider using [[https://fabricmc.net/wiki/community:optifine_alternatives|alternatives to OptiFine]]as unofficial mods such as OptiFabric may not be compatible with your mods. 
 + 
 +In particular, OptiFabric 1.14.25 is currently incompatible with Architectury API and Replay Mod. 
 + 
 +==== I only have OptiFabric and OptiFine and Minecraft crashes on launch! ==== 
 +This is because OptiFabric 1.13.25 and below are incompatible with Fabric Loader 0.15.0 and above. This is why you'll see ''java.lang.NoClassDefFoundError: net/fabricmc/tinyremapper/IMappingProvider'' in your log. You'll need to use Fabric Loader 0.14.25. 
 + 
 +==== Text has been replaced by squares/tofus when I add Fabric API to my 1.20.1 instance with OptiFabric 1.13.25 ==== 
 +If you're using OptiFabric 1.13.25 for compatibility with Architecturyyou'll need to use Fabric API 0.85.0 as it was incompatible with Fabric API 0.86.0 and above. 
 + 
 +==== OptiFabric crashes on my 1.18.2 or 1.19.2 instance when I add Fabric API to it ==== 
 +OptiFabric is currently incompatible with Fabric API 0.77.0. You'll need to use Fabric API 0.76.1.
  
 ==== Oh no! I've tried enabling shaders on OptiFine and my world looks all weird! ==== ==== Oh no! I've tried enabling shaders on OptiFine and my world looks all weird! ====
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 **DO NOT** downgrade Fabric API as a workaround for this. It's a bad idea. **DO NOT** downgrade Fabric API as a workaround for this. It's a bad idea.
  
-==== Can Fabric run together with Sponge? ====+==== My instance with Sodium and Continuity crashes when gravel/sand falls or when a piston extends ==== 
 +This is because Sodium does not yet support the Fabric Rendering API which some mods such as Continuity use. This is why you'll see ''java.lang.NullPointerException: Cannot invoke "net.fabricmc.fabric.api.renderer.v1.Renderer.meshBuilder()" because the return value of "net.fabricmc.fabric.api.renderer.v1.RendererAccess.getRenderer()" is null'' in your log. Add the [[https://modrinth.com/mod/indium|Indium]] mod to resolve this.
  
-Not at the moment.+==== Text has been replaced by squares/tofus in my instance with Sodium ==== 
 +This is most likely because a mod requires Indium 
 + 
 +==== Can Fabric run together with Sponge? ====
  
 +Not at the moment. Sponge does not yet have a ready API or a working implementation for 1.14, the Minecraft version that Fabric runs on.
 + 
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