Info Tools Data Pack FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I activate the compass to see my coordinates?
Craft or obtain a compass and hold it in your hand—it will automatically display your current position and facing direction on your action bar without needing to open your inventory or press F3.
What does the clock show and how do I read it?
The clock displays the time in 24-hour format along with a 'Day' or 'Night' label and a number; 'Day' means you cannot sleep yet, while 'Night' means you can enter a bed to skip to morning.
Can I see my horse's health and inventory while riding?
Yes, when you ride a saddled horse-type mob (horse, zombie horse, skeleton horse, donkey, or mule), the saddle tool will display relevant information about the mount on your action bar.
Do I need to hold the tools in my hand for them to work?
Yes, you need to be holding the compass, clock, or saddle in your main hand for the information to display on your action bar.
Will the info tools work in the Nether or End?
The compass and clock will still display information in all dimensions, though the compass coordinates remain accurate and the clock will show the time based on the Overworld's day/night cycle.
Can I use these tools while holding other items?
No, you must have the specific tool (compass, clock, or saddle) actively held in your main hand for its information to appear on the action bar.
What happens if I don't have a saddle on my horse?
The saddle tool will not display horse information unless the mob you're riding is actually wearing a saddle.
Does this data pack work with other mods or data packs?
Info Tools is designed as a vanilla-focused data pack, so it should work alongside most other data packs and mods that don't heavily modify the HUD or action bar.
How do I craft the compass, clock, and saddle?
These are vanilla Minecraft items with standard crafting recipes; refer to your crafting guide or wiki for the exact ingredient combinations.
Can I disable specific tools if I don't want to use them?
Check the data pack's configuration options or settings—some versions may allow you to toggle individual tools on or off, though this depends on the specific implementation.