How do I duplicate a Tool Trim Smithing Template?

Use the Toolsmithing Table with the template you want to copy, a matching material, and another template of the same type to create a duplicate.

Do trimmed tools have different stats or just appearance?

Tool trims are cosmetic only—they change the visual appearance of your weapons and tools without affecting their performance or durability.

What's the Shiny Tools advancement?

The Shiny Tools advancement unlocks when you obtain your first trimmed tool using the Toolsmithing Table.

Can I trim armor with this mod?

No, this mod only trims weapons and tools. Armor trimming is already available in vanilla Minecraft.

Do I need to find all 4 templates or can I use just one?

You only need the templates for the trim styles you want to use. Each template produces a different visual trim pattern.

Will this mod cause lag or performance issues?

The mod is lightweight and shouldn't cause performance problems, but compatibility depends on your other mods and system specs—test it in your world to be sure.

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Step-by-step, in-game.

Craft Your First Toolsmithing TableGather Materials You'll need 2 copper ingots and 4 wood planks. Copper can be mined from copper ore underground, then…Find Tool Trim Smithing TemplatesLocate Structures Each of the 4 tool trim smithing templates spawns in different structures across your world. You'll…Trim a Weapon or ToolPrepare Your Materials Gather the tool or weapon you want to trim, a tool trim smithing template, and one of the 10…Unlock the Shiny Tools AdvancementCreate Your First Trimmed Tool The "Shiny Tools" advancement is earned by obtaining any trimmed tool or weapon. This…

Recipes

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

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Frequently asked questions

How do I make a Toolsmithing Table?

Craft a Toolsmithing Table using 2 copper ingots and 4 wood planks. The recipe will appear as a Knowledge Book in your inventory—click it to receive the actual block.

Where do I find Tool Trim Smithing Templates?

Each of the 4 templates (Linear, Tracks, Charge, Frost) spawns in different structures throughout the world. Check the mod's structure list for your Minecraft version, as template locations differ between versions 1.17-1.19 and 1.20+.

What materials can I use to trim tools?

You can trim with 10 different materials: Amethyst Shard, Copper Ingot, Diamond, Emerald, Gold Ingot, Iron Ingot, Lapis Lazuli, Netherite Ingot, Quartz, or Redstone Dust.

Can I trim any weapon or tool?

The mod supports 32 different weapons and tools for trimming. Check the mod's item list to confirm your specific tool is supported.

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