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Item Borders Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I get started with Item Borders Mod?
Launch the game once with the mod installed so it generates its config file in your .minecraft/configs folder. Open that file to see the built-in explanations, then add your first item and color entry to see a border appear in your inventory.
Where is the Item Borders config file located?
It lives in the .minecraft/configs folder alongside other mod configs. Open it with any text editor; every option is documented with comments right inside the file.
How do I add a border to a specific item?
In the config, map a color to the item's registry name, like "minecraft:stick", using the format the file's comments show. Save the file and reload or restart the game for the change to take effect.
Can I highlight a whole group of items at once instead of listing each one?
Yes, you can use item tags instead of individual item IDs, such as "#forge:ores", so every item in that tag gets the same border color. This is the easiest way to cover large categories without listing every item.
How do I highlight items from other mods?
Use the other mod's item registry names or tags in the same config entries you'd use for vanilla items. As long as you spell the namespace and path correctly, borders work identically for modded items.
How do I turn off item borders in the hotbar but keep them in the inventory?
The config has separate toggles for the hotbar and the inventory, so disable the hotbar option and leave the inventory one enabled. This is a common setup for players who find hotbar outlines distracting during combat.
How do I make my Item Borders colors match Loot Beams?
The mod synchronizes with Loot Beams, so set the same color values in both configs for the items you care about. If a border and its beam look different, check that both configs reference the same item or tag and the same hex color.
My border color isn't showing up — what did I do wrong?
The most common causes are a typo in the item ID, a missing namespace, or forgetting to save the config before reloading. Also confirm the item isn't covered by a tag entry with a different color, since overlapping entries can override each other.
Can I change the outline style or the glow effect?
Yes, the config includes options for adjusting the outline itself and modifying the glow effect. Read the comments next to each option in the file, since they explain what each setting changes visually.
Does Item Borders hurt performance on large modpacks?
The mod only draws outlines on items you've configured, so it stays lightweight even in big packs. If you notice slowdowns, trim your tag-based entries, since very broad tags mean more items get rendered with borders.