Better Highlighting Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I enable the mod after installing it?
Better Highlighting Mod activates automatically once installed. Open the command input field in-game and you should immediately see colored syntax highlighting applied to your commands.
Why aren't my commands showing any colors?
Check that the mod is loaded in your mods folder and that you're typing in a command context (like chat with a / prefix or a command block). If colors still don't appear, try creating a new resource pack or resetting to the default theme.
Can I change the colors to match my preference?
Yes—create a custom color theme by making a resource pack and defining your own color values in the mod's configuration files. The wiki guide 'Create a Custom Color Theme for Command Highlighting' walks through the exact structure needed.
What's the difference between bracket pair colorization and regular highlighting?
Bracket pair colorization assigns matching colors to opening and closing brackets (like {} or []), making it easier to spot which brackets belong together in complex nested commands. Regular highlighting colors individual command elements like keywords and arguments.
Does this mod work with command blocks?
Yes, the mod highlights syntax in command blocks the same way it does in chat. Open a command block's interface and you'll see the same color-coded highlighting applied to your command text.
Can I adjust which words count as keywords or arguments?
Yes, you can modify grammar rules through resource packs to customize what the mod recognizes as different command elements. See the 'Adjust Grammar Rules Through Resource Packs' guide for the resource pack format.
Will this mod slow down my game?
Better Highlighting Mod has minimal performance impact since it only processes text in the command input field, not the entire game world. Most players won't notice any framerate difference.
How do I use the API to make my own mod work with Better Highlighting?
The mod provides an API that other mods can hook into to apply custom highlighting rules. Check the 'Integrate Better Highlighting with Other Mods Using the API' guide for code examples and integration steps.
Does this mod work with other command-related mods?
Better Highlighting Mod is designed to be compatible with most command mods, though some may have conflicting UI elements. If you experience issues, try adjusting your resource pack grammar rules or check if the other mod has an official compatibility patch.
How do I make bracket pairs easier to see in very long commands?
Use the 'Improve Bracket Pair Visibility in Complex Commands' guide to increase bracket contrast or assign distinct color pairs in your resource pack, making nested structures stand out even in lengthy command chains.