Durability Tooltip Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on the Durability Tooltip Mod?
The mod works automatically once installed — just hover over any tool, weapon, or armor piece in your inventory and the durability appears in the tooltip. If you don't see it, check that tooltips aren't disabled in the config file.
How do I change durability from numbers to bars?
Open the mod's config file and change the display style setting to your preferred option: numbers, bars, or text. Save the file and restart the game for the change to take effect.
Does the Durability Tooltip Mod work on servers?
Yes — the mod is client-side only, so you can use it on any multiplayer server without the server needing it installed. Other players won't see your tooltips, and the server won't reject you for having it.
Why is my durability tooltip not showing up?
The most common cause is that tooltips were toggled off in the config, or another mod is overriding the tooltip rendering. Check your config file first, then test with other tooltip-related mods disabled.
Can I see durability of items in chests without picking them up?
Yes — hovering over an item inside a chest or any container shows its durability in the tooltip, just like in your inventory. You don't need to move the item to your hotbar or equip it.
How do I hide the durability tooltip temporarily?
You can toggle tooltips off in the config file without uninstalling the mod, then turn them back on when you want them. This is useful if the tooltips feel cluttered during building or combat.
Does this mod work with other tooltip mods like WAILA or JEI?
It generally coexists with other tooltip mods, but overlapping tooltips can sometimes cause visual conflicts or duplicate lines. If you see doubled or missing durability info, adjust the load order or disable one mod's tooltip feature.
Will the Durability Tooltip Mod cause lag?
No — the mod only adds a small amount of text or a bar to existing tooltips, so performance impact is negligible even with large inventories. It doesn't run background checks or scan the world.
Can I change the color or position of the durability display?
Style options like color, bar appearance, and text format are controlled through the config file. Position is typically tied to the tooltip itself, so it follows wherever your tooltips normally appear.
Does the mod show durability for armor and elytra too?
Yes — any item with durability, including armor pieces, elytra, shields, and tools, shows its remaining durability in the tooltip when you hover over it. This works in your inventory, containers, and creative mode tabs.