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Item Overlay Border Mod Wiki & Guide

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Adds visual borders or outlines around item icons in inventory and hotbar displays.

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Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Identify Item Rarity at a Glance in Your InventoryUnderstand the Border Color System Item Overlay Border Mod assigns each rarity tier its own distinct color. When you…Turn Off Border Animation for a Static LookAccess the Configuration File Locate your mod configuration file at config/itemoverlayborder.toml in your game…Use Custom Rarity Colors from Script Add-onsWhat Custom Rarity Support Means Item Overlay Border Mod works with script add-ons like RarityJS that define custom…View Rarity Borders While Browsing RecipesRecipe Viewer Compatibility Item Overlay Border Mod works alongside popular recipe viewers: JEI, REI, and EMI. When…

Frequently asked questions

Why don't I see borders around any of my items?
Item Overlay Border Mod only shows borders on items with rarity higher than Common. Check that your items are actually Uncommon, Rare, Epic, or higher by hovering over them to read their rarity in the tooltip. Common items intentionally have no border to keep your inventory clean.
How do I turn off the animated border effect?
Open your config file at config/itemoverlayborder.toml and set "Disable animation" = true. This keeps the colored rarity borders visible but stops them from moving, giving you a static outline instead.
Do the borders show up in recipe viewers like JEI?
Yes, the mod works directly with JEI, REI, and EMI, so you'll see rarity-colored borders around items in those recipe viewers too. This helps you spot rare ingredients and results at a glance while browsing recipes.
Can I use my own custom rarity colors instead of the default ones?
Yes, if you have a script add-on like RarityJS installed, the mod will pull custom rarity colors from those scripts automatically. No extra setup needed—the mod reads the rarity colors directly from your add-ons.

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