How to Place Blocks at Long Range with Crab Claws

Utilizing Extended Reach for Building

The crab claw introduces an extended reach mechanic that expands your block placement distance up to eight blocks away. This makes it an essential tool for building large-scale structures, tall walls, and high ceilings without having to constantly reposition yourself.

Placing Blocks from a Distance

Keep your chosen building materials in your hotbar alongside the crab claw. When working on elevated surfaces or hard-to-reach sections of your build, activate the crab claw to take advantage of the extended eight-block placement range. Point your crosshair at any valid surface up to eight blocks away and place your blocks directly. This increased distance eliminates the need to build temporary scaffolding, jump pillars, or ladders just to lay down roof lines and high walls, significantly speeding up construction and reducing accidental fall injuries.