How to Track Another Player with a Compass

Simple Player Tracker Plugin turns an ordinary compass into a locator that points at any active player on the server. Here is how to start tracking.

Get a Compass and Pick a Target

1. Get a compass. Any standard compass works. If you don't have one, run /ptcompass to receive a tracking compass. You need the pt.compass permission for this command.

2. Hold the compass in your main hand.

3. Right-click with the compass. A selection menu opens and lists the active players you can choose from.

4. Click the player you want to follow. The menu closes and your compass is now locked onto that player.

You need the pt.track permission to use the tracker. If right-clicking does nothing, ask a server admin whether your group has it.

Follow the Needle

• Hold the compass in your hand or keep it in your hotbar and glance at the needle. It points toward your target's location.
• Turn until the needle points straight up, then walk forward. You are now heading toward the player.
• As your target moves, the needle updates, so check it regularly instead of running in one direction for a long time.
• If the needle swings sharply while you walk, you are probably passing close to your target. Slow down and look around.

To follow someone else, see the guide on switching targets. A quick Shift + Right-click lets you change who you track without starting over.