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Head Name Fix Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
Do I need to do anything to activate this mod or does it work automatically?
Head Name Fix works automatically once installed—there's no configuration or activation step needed. Simply rename a head using an anvil, place it, and break it; the custom name will now persist.
Why does my renamed head still lose its name when I break it?
Make sure the mod is installed on your server (not just the client), since Head Name Fix is a server-side mod and requires the server to handle name persistence. If it's installed server-side and the head still loses its name, check that you're using a compatible mod version.
Does this mod work with heads from other mods?
Yes—Head Name Fix automatically detects and protects names on mob and player heads added by other mods without requiring any extra setup or patches.
Can I use renamed heads in item frames or armor stands?
The mod preserves the name data on the head item itself, so renamed heads will keep their names when placed in item frames, armor stands, or any other display method.
What if I want to reset a head's name back to default?
You can use an anvil to rename the head to its original name, or use a command like `/data remove` on the head's NBT data if you have access to commands.
Does this mod affect performance or cause lag?
Head Name Fix is lightweight and server-side only, so it has minimal performance impact—it simply preserves existing NBT data rather than adding new mechanics.
Will this mod work on a single-player world?
Yes, Head Name Fix works in single-player because Minecraft runs an integrated server in the background; the mod will protect head names just as it does on a dedicated server.
Can I rename a head multiple times and keep the latest name?
Yes—each time you rename a head in an anvil and place it, the new name is saved and will persist when you break the head again.
Does this mod work with heads that have NBT data or custom lore?
Head Name Fix preserves the display name specifically; other NBT data like lore or custom model data is handled by Minecraft's standard head mechanics and should persist independently.
What Minecraft versions does this mod support?
Head Name Fix targets the versions where MC-174496 exists; check the mod's release page for the specific version range it covers, as support may vary.