Ore Excavation — FAQ

Troubleshooting & FAQ

Vein mining is not working. Make sure you are actually holding the Vein Mine key (default `) while you break the block, and that you have the correct tool equipped if the tool requirement is enabled. Check the key bind in Options -> Controls.

Only one block breaks. The connected blocks must be the same type and touching. A different ore type or a gap will stop the cascade. If you expect corner-touching blocks to be included, enable diagonal connectivity in the config.

The vein stopped before it was fully mined. You probably hit the max blocks or max radius limit, or your tool broke mid-cascade. Raise the limits in the config or use a more durable tool.

My tool broke fast. Vein mining consumes durability per block. Use a tool with Unbreaking/Mending or disable tool damage in the config.

Can I vein-mine blocks from other content? Yes - eligibility is tag-based, so ores and logs that register under the same tags are picked up automatically. Use the blacklist to exclude anything you do not want.

Does it work in survival without cheating? Yes - drops, XP, tool durability, and enchantments all behave exactly as if you mined each block individually.