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Basic Storage Wiki & Guide

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Adds crates and crate stations for compact item storage and automated crate management.

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Contents (6)
  1. Guides
  2. Processes
  3. Blocks
  4. Frequently asked questions
  5. Related mods

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Automate Item Sorting with a Crate StationUnderstanding the Crate Station A Crate Station acts as a sorting hub for your storage network. Connect it to…Move and Preserve Your Crate StorageBreaking and Relocating Crates Crates retain all stored items when broken—you won't lose anything by moving them.…Retrieve Items Efficiently from CratesTaking Out Single Items or Stacks When you need items from a Crate : Left Click to take out 1 item Shift + Left Click…Set Up Your First Crate Storage NetworkCrafting and Placing Your First Crate Start by gathering planks and sticks to craft a Crate—the mod's basic storage…

Recipes

Every recipe the mod adds, grouped by how it is made.

Crafting · 5

Blocks

CrateCrate ConnectorCrate StationCrate Station Frame

Frequently asked questions

How do I make my first crate?
Craft a Crate using planks and sticks according to the recipe shown in your crafting menu, then place it in the world. Right-click it to insert items or left-click to take items out.
Can I store different items in one crate?
No, each Crate holds only one item type at a time, but you can store up to 1 billion of that item in a single Crate.
What's the difference between a crate and a crate station?
A Crate is individual storage you interact with directly, while a Crate Station acts as a hub that automatically sorts items into connected Crates that match what you're inserting.
How do I connect crates together?
Place a Crate Station and position Crates nearby; they automatically form a network and the Station will sort matching items into the correct Crate.
Do hoppers work with this mod?
Yes, hoppers and hopper minecarts are fully compatible and can insert or extract items from Crates.
What happens if I break a crate?
The Crate retains all its stored items when broken, so you won't lose anything—just pick it back up and place it elsewhere.
Can I use this mod with applied energistics or refined storage?
Yes, Basic Storage Mod is compatible with Applied Energistics 2, Refined Storage, Tom's Storage, Copper Pipes, and Easy Transport.
Is there a gui for managing items?
No, the mod intentionally has no graphical interface—you interact with Crates directly in the world by right-clicking and left-clicking.
Does this mod lag or affect performance?
No, Basic Storage Mod has a very small performance footprint and minimal file size impact.
How do I see how many items are in a crate?
The Crate displays a dynamic item model showing both the stored item type and its quantity directly on the block.