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ItemZoom Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on the item zoom for the first time?
Press Shift + Z to toggle the zoom display on. You'll see a large preview appear whenever you hover over an item in your inventory. If nothing happens, check that the mod is installed correctly by looking for ItemZoom in your mods folder.
Can I change the zoom hotkey to something other than Shift + Z?
Yes, open your Minecraft controls menu, search for "ItemZoom" in the keybinds list, and click on the Shift + Z binding to reassign it to any key you prefer.
How do I make the zoom preview bigger or smaller?
You can adjust the zoom level through the mod's config file, or use hotkeys while in-game to increase or decrease the size on the fly. Check your controls menu to see which keys are bound to zoom adjustment.
Is there a way to hold down a key to show zoom only while I'm pressing it?
Yes, you can set up a separate keybind in the controls menu for "hold to zoom" mode, which will display the preview only while you hold that key down instead of toggling it on and off.
Does ItemZoom work on multiplayer servers?
Yes, ItemZoom is client-side only, so it works on any server regardless of whether the server has the mod installed. Other players won't see your zoom preview.
Why isn't the zoom preview showing up when I hover over items?
Make sure the zoom is toggled on by pressing your zoom toggle key, and verify that you're hovering over items in your inventory or containers. If it still doesn't work, try adjusting the zoom level in the config file or resetting your keybinds.
Can I use ItemZoom while looking at items in chests and other containers?
Yes, the zoom preview works on any item you hover over, including items in chests, furnaces, crafting tables, and other inventory screens.
Does ItemZoom slow down my game or affect performance?
ItemZoom is lightweight and runs on the client-side, so it has minimal impact on performance. If you experience any lag, try reducing the zoom level or disabling the mod temporarily to test.
Can I use ItemZoom with other mods that modify the inventory screen?
ItemZoom is generally compatible with most inventory mods, but conflicts can occur with mods that heavily modify how items are displayed. If you experience issues, try disabling other inventory mods one at a time to identify the conflict.
How do I turn off the zoom preview without uninstalling the mod?
Press your zoom toggle key (Shift + Z by default) to turn off the preview, or use the hold-to-zoom keybind instead so the preview only appears when you're actively holding the key.