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How do I use the explorer's compass?
Right-click with the Explorer's Compass in hand to open its structure selection screen, pick the structure you want, then hold it and follow the needle. The needle points toward the nearest matching structure in an area you haven't explored yet.
Why does my explorer's compass keep spinning?
A spinning needle usually means no valid target of the selected type exists within the compass's search range, or you're standing in a dimension where that structure doesn't generate. Try a different structure type or move to another area and check again.
How do I change which structure the compass points to?
Right-click the compass to reopen the selection menu and choose a different structure from the list. The needle updates immediately to point toward the nearest unexplored instance of the new target.
Does the explorer's compass work in the nether and end?
It works in any dimension, but it only locates structures that actually generate there, so pick a target valid for that dimension. If the selected structure doesn't exist in the current dimension, the needle won't find anything.
Why does the compass point to a structure I've already found?
The compass targets the nearest matching structure it can locate, and it may still point at one you've already visited if no unexplored instance is closer. Keep following it or pick a different structure type to find a fresh one.
Can I search for a specific structure like a stronghold or monument?
Yes, the selection menu lists the structure types the compass supports, and you choose the one you want from there. Not every structure in the game is supported, so check the menu for what's available.
How far away can the explorer's compass find structures?
The compass searches a large radius around you for the nearest matching structure, but it won't find anything beyond that range. If nothing turns up, travel further and check again.
Does the explorer's compass work in multiplayer servers?
It works on servers as long as the mod is installed on the server or allowed by the server's setup. On some servers the structure search may be limited or disabled by config, so check with the server owner if it doesn't respond.
Is the explorer's compass compatible with other mods that add structures?
It generally works with mods that add structures, but only if those structures are registered in a way the compass can detect. Some modded structures may not appear in the selection menu at all.
Does the explorer's compass cause lag or performance problems?
The compass only searches when you use it, so it shouldn't cause ongoing lag during normal play. If you notice a stutter each time you open the menu, it's the structure search running, which is normal.
