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Chat Upgrade Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I send a video link into chat?
Use the command `/chatupgrade sendvideo ` with a direct link to a video file (mp4, webm, mov, mkv, m4v, or avi). The video will render as a playable player inline in the chat message for all players to see.
What do I do if videos won't play?
Run `/chatupgrade plugin status` to check if FFmpeg is loaded. If it's missing, use `/chatupgrade plugin download` to install the required helper library for video playback.
Can I upload a video from my computer instead of a link?
Yes, use `/chatupgrade uploadvideo pick` to open a file picker, `/chatupgrade uploadvideo folder` to browse a local folder, or `/chatupgrade uploadvideo paste` if you have a video file copied to your clipboard.
How do I set up custom emojis in chat?
Follow the custom chat emojis guide to map emoji tokens in your data files, then use the token format in chat messages to display them as square emoji images.
Why are some media files not showing up for me?
Check your `maxReceiveBytes` setting in the config—if a file exceeds this limit, it won't download. You can also enable `manualImageReveal` if you want to click before media loads.
Can I use this mod on a server?
Yes, the mod works on dedicated servers and sends media bytes directly to connected clients. Your upload mode setting determines whether files go through the server or a third-party host.
How do I change where uploaded files go?
Use `/chatupgrade config uploadMode` to switch between automatic upload, server-only mode, or third-party web hosting depending on your setup.
What image formats does this mod support?
The mod renders png, apng, jpg, gif, webp, bmp, tif, and ico files. Animated formats like gif and apng play inline, and all images maintain sharp quality across different GUI scales.
Can I adjust the volume of audio and video in chat?
Yes, use `/chatupgrade config audioVolumePercent` to set the default playback volume for all audio and video media.
Is this mod compatible with ChatImage?
Yes, enable the `ciCompatibility` setting in your config to format images in a way that works with the ChatImage mod.