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Skin Creator Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I open the skin creator in game?
Go to the title screen or pause your game, then click the Skin Creator button on the side of the screen. The editor opens with the piece library on the left, your character preview in the middle and the layer controls on the right.
Does the server need Skin Creator Mod installed too?
No. The mod runs on the client side, so you can open the editor in singleplayer worlds and on multiplayer servers without the server having it installed.
Can I change my skin while I'm playing on a server?
Yes. Pause the game, click the Skin Creator button in the pause menu, make your changes and click Apply. You don't have to leave the server or open a web browser.
Do I have to restart Minecraft after applying a new skin?
No. Clicking Apply sends the skin straight to your official account with one click, and you don't need to restart the game or the launcher.
I don't know where to start. Is there a quick way to make a skin?
Pick a full preset outfit from the library on the left to get a complete look right away. Then swap in individual hair, facial expressions or clothing pieces. The live preview shows each change on your character before you keep it.
One clothing piece is covering another. How do I fix that?
Use the layer panel on the right to drag the pieces into a different stacking order. You can also hide the layer that's in the way. Hidden layers stay in your design, so you can turn them back on later.
How do I recolor a piece or make it see-through?
Select the piece's layer in the panel on the right and use the color and opacity controls to change it. The preview updates in real time, so you can fine-tune it until it looks right.
I messed up my design. Can I go back?
Yes. Use the undo button to step back through your recent changes one at a time until you reach the version you want.
Will I lose my skin designs when I close the game?
No. The mod saves your creations online, so you can open and keep editing them in later game sessions.
Can I save my skin as a file instead of uploading it?
Yes. The export menu lets you save your look as a standard 64×64 skin file, which works anywhere a normal skin is accepted. It can also save a full-body character image, which is good for sharing screenshots of your design.