Entity Information Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I get the Information Stick?
Type `/informationstick` or `/ist` in chat while in your world. The stick will appear in your inventory immediately and is ready to use.
What happens when I hit an entity with the Information Stick?
The stick displays detailed information about that entity in your chat window, including its name, type, UUID, position, and other data. The entity is not harmed or affected.
Can I use the Information Stick in Survival mode?
Yes, the stick works in any game mode. You need to use the command to obtain it first, which requires cheats to be enabled or operator permissions on a server.
What does the 'Mod Origin' data tell me?
It shows which mod added the entity to your world. For vanilla Minecraft entities, it will show Minecraft as the origin; for modded entities, it displays the mod's name.
Why does the Information Stick show 'Silence Status'?
This indicates whether the entity is set to silent mode, which prevents it from making sounds. It's useful for debugging entities that should or shouldn't be making noise.
Can I use this mod to find out what mod is causing lag?
Partially—you can identify which mod spawned specific entities, but the Information Stick doesn't measure performance impact directly. Use it to inspect suspicious entities and cross-reference them with your mod list.
Does the Information Stick work on players?
Yes, you can hit players with the stick to see their entity data, including their UUID and position information.
Will the Information Stick despawn or break?
No, the Information Stick is a permanent tool that won't break or disappear. If you lose it, simply use the command again to get another one.
Can I see entity data without using the stick?
No, the Information Stick is the primary way to access this mod's features. You must hit an entity with it to display the information.
Does this mod work with other entity-related mods?
Yes, the Information Stick displays data from entities added by other mods and shows which mod created them, making it compatible with most mod combinations.