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Mech Trowel Wiki & Guide

Java EditionMod

Adds the Mech Trowel wand plus templates for extended reach, wand capacity, variant conversion, and AE2 or RS integration.

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Contents (6)
  1. Guides
  2. Processes
  3. Items
  4. Configuration
  5. Frequently asked questions

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Build Large Structures with Wand ModeActivating Wand Mode Press R to cycle through building modes until you reach Wand Mode . This mode lets you place…Create and Manage Custom Block PalettesSetting Up Your First Palette Press G to open the palette menu. Create a new palette by selecting an empty slot—you…Replace Existing Blocks Without Clearing SpaceEnabling Replace Mode Press V to toggle Replace Mode on or off. When active, the trowel will swap out existing blocks…Use Quick Mode for Fast Hotbar BuildingSetting Up Quick Mode Press R to cycle to Quick Mode . This mode pulls blocks directly from your hotbar instead of…

Recipes

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

Crafting · 7minecraft:smithing_transform · 6

Items

AE2 Integration TemplateExtended Reach TemplateMech TrowelRS Integration TemplateVariant Conversion TemplateWand Capacity TemplateWand Template

Configuration

Every setting in the mod config file, with what it changes.

OptionWhat it does
ae2UpgradeEnabledAE2 Integration UpgradeEnable AE2 ME Storage integration upgrade
enable3DModelEnable 3D ModelEnable animated 3D model for the Mech Trowel item
gradientEnabledGradient ModeEnable gradient mode. When disabled, gradient and replace buttons are hidden from palette GUI.
infiniteInfinite
maxPalettesMax PalettesMaximum number of palettes (multiple of 7)
reachUpgradeBonusReach BonusAdditional reach distance from upgrade
reachUpgradeEnabledReach UpgradeEnable reach upgrade crafting and functionality
replaceBlacklistBlocksReplace BlacklistBlocks that cannot be replaced
replaceBlacklistTagsReplace Blacklist TagsBlock tags that cannot be replaced
replaceModeEnabledReplace ModeEnable replace mode functionality
rsUpgradeEnabledRS Integration UpgradeEnable Refined Storage integration upgrade
singlePlaceDurabilityCostSingle Place CostDurability cost per single block placement
trowelDurabilityTrowel DurabilityDurability of the Mech Trowel (0 = infinite)
chippedConversionUpgradeEnabledVariant Conversion UpgradeEnable variant block auto-conversion upgrade (Chipped, Rechiseled)
wandCapacityUpgradeEnabledWand Capacity UpgradeEnable wand capacity upgrade crafting
wandMaxBlocksWand Max BlocksMaximum blocks placed per wand action
wandMaxRangeWand Max RangeMaximum range for wand mode block detection
wandPlaceDurabilityCostWand Place CostDurability cost per wand mode action
wandUpgradeEnabledWand UpgradeEnable wand upgrade crafting and functionality
wandModeWithoutUpgradeWand Without UpgradeAllow wand mode without requiring upgrade item

Frequently asked questions

How do I make my first palette?
Press G to open the palette menu, then create a new palette and add blocks to it by clicking on them in your inventory. You can set the weight (how often each block appears) by adjusting the number next to each block.
What's the difference between quick mode and palette mode?
Quick Mode places random blocks directly from your hotbar without opening a menu, while Palette Mode lets you use a saved custom palette with specific block weights you've configured. Press R to switch between modes.
Can I place blocks in the air or do I need a surface?
You can place blocks in the air using Wand Mode, which lets you select an area and fill it with random blocks from your palette. Quick and Palette modes work on existing surfaces or empty spaces depending on whether replace mode is enabled.
How do I undo mistakes with the trowel?
You need to upgrade your Wand Mode to access the undo feature, which lets you undo your last 3 placements. Check your mod's upgrade system to add this capability.
Does Mech Trowel work with stairs and slabs?
Yes, use Rotation Control to lock the direction stairs and slabs face before placing them, which prevents them from rotating randomly and keeps your builds looking intentional.
Can I pull blocks from my backpack automatically?
The trowel can connect to shulker boxes and Sophisticated Backpacks, so blocks inside them will be available when you place—you don't need to carry everything in your hotbar.
What does the wireframe preview do?
The wireframe shows you exactly where blocks will be placed before you click, so you can see the full area of effect and avoid mistakes.
How do I use the trowel with create mod blocks?
Install the Create mod upgrade for Mech Trowel, then you can use the trowel to set the materials of Create and Copycats+ blocks just like you would with regular blocks.
Can I mix multiple palettes together?
Yes, use Color Gradients to blend different palettes together, which makes block colors transition smoothly across your build instead of appearing randomly.
What's replace mode and when should I use it?
Replace Mode swaps existing blocks with new ones instead of only placing in empty spaces—press V to toggle it on. Use it when you want to overwrite terrain or existing structures with your random blocks.