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Global Options Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I enable Global Options Mod after installing it?
The mod activates automatically once installed—your next game launch will begin synchronizing your options.txt file across all instances. You don't need to configure anything; just launch any Minecraft instance and your settings will be shared.
Will my settings sync if I have Minecraft open in multiple instances at the same time?
No, you should close all other instances before launching a new one, as simultaneous instances may conflict when writing to the shared options.txt file. Close each instance completely, then launch the next one to ensure clean synchronization.
What if I want to keep different settings for different modpacks?
Global Options Mod synchronizes all settings across every instance, so you cannot maintain separate configurations per modpack with this mod alone. If you need instance-specific settings, you would need to temporarily disable the mod or manually revert options.txt before launching a different instance.
Does this mod sync my resource packs and shader settings?
The mod syncs the options.txt file, which includes shader and resource pack preferences, but the actual resource pack and shader files themselves must still be installed in each instance separately. Your preference selections will carry over, but you'll need the files present in each instance for them to work.
Will my keybinds stay the same across all instances?
Yes, all custom keybinds are stored in options.txt and will synchronize across every instance automatically. Any keybind changes you make in one instance will appear in all others.
Does Global Options Mod work with launchers like MultiMC or Prism Launcher?
Yes, the mod works with any launcher that creates separate Minecraft instances, as it synchronizes the options.txt file at the system level rather than through launcher-specific features.
What happens if I delete options.txt from one instance?
Deleting options.txt will cause that instance to regenerate a default options.txt on next launch, which will then overwrite the synchronized file across all instances. Avoid manually deleting or editing options.txt directly unless you want to reset all settings globally.
Can I use this mod on servers or does it only work for single-player?
Global Options Mod only affects client-side settings stored in options.txt, so it works for both single-player and multiplayer—server settings are unaffected.
Will this mod cause performance issues or lag?
No, the mod simply points all instances to a shared options.txt file and has negligible performance impact. You won't notice any difference in game speed or responsiveness.
What should I do if settings aren't syncing between instances?
Make sure you're closing instances completely before launching another one, and verify that the mod is installed in all instances you want to synchronize. If problems persist, check that your .minecraft folder permissions allow the mod to read and write to options.txt.