BetterSleeping Plugin FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I enable BetterSleeping on my server?
Load the plugin into your server's plugins folder and restart the server, then configure the config file that generates in the plugins/BetterSleeping folder. The plugin will be active once you set your desired sleep percentage requirement and reload.
What does sleep percentage mean?
Sleep percentage is the proportion of online players who must be in a bed simultaneously for the server time to advance to day and for sleep effects to trigger. For example, if set to 50%, half your players need to sleep at the same time.
Can I make sleep optional instead of requiring a percentage?
You can set the sleep percentage to a very low value (like 1%) to make sleeping nearly optional, but the plugin requires at least some threshold. Alternatively, check your config for any 'optional sleep' or 'voluntary sleep' mode if available in your version.
How do I customize the messages players see about sleep status?
Open the plugin's config file and locate the messages section, where you can edit text for notifications like 'X players need to sleep' or 'Night skipped.' Save the file and use /reload or restart the server to apply changes.
What's the insomnia debuff and how does this plugin help?
Insomnia is a Minecraft debuff that prevents sleep when players don't rest regularly; BetterSleeping automatically clears this debuff when enough players sleep together, so your team doesn't get stuck unable to sleep.
Can I give rewards when players sleep?
Yes, the plugin supports a reward system that you can configure in the config file to give items, experience, or other benefits to players who sleep. Check your config for reward settings and customize them based on your server's needs.
Does BetterSleeping work with other sleep-related plugins?
Conflicts can occur if multiple plugins modify sleep mechanics; test compatibility by running both plugins together and checking for errors in your server log. If conflicts arise, you may need to disable one plugin or adjust their settings.
Why aren't players getting rewards for sleeping?
Check that rewards are enabled in your config file and that the reward settings are properly formatted. Restart the server after making changes, and verify in the logs that the plugin loaded without errors.
Can I set different sleep requirements for different worlds?
This depends on your plugin version; check your config file for world-specific or per-world settings. If not available, you may need to use separate plugin instances or server configurations for different worlds.
How do I check if BetterSleeping is running correctly?
Use the command `/bsleep status` or similar (check your plugin's command list) to see current sleep data, or check your server logs for any errors during startup. You can also test by having players sleep and confirming the time advances as expected.