Simple Datapacks Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I open the datapacks menu?
Open your inventory and look for the datapacks button, or use the keybind (check your controls menu to see what it's set to). This opens the in-game datapacks interface where you can manage all your installed datapacks.
Can I enable or disable datapacks without restarting the game?
Yes, that's the main feature of this mod. Toggle datapacks on or off directly from the menu, and the changes take effect immediately without requiring a game restart.
What's the difference between disabling and deleting a datapack?
Disabling a datapack turns it off temporarily but keeps it installed—you can re-enable it anytime. Deleting removes it entirely from your world. Use disable if you want to test without losing the datapack.
Why isn't my datapack showing up in the menu?
Make sure the datapack file is in the correct folder (usually the datapacks folder in your world directory). If it's there but still not appearing, try refreshing the menu or reloading the world. Check that the datapack is compatible with your Minecraft version.
Can I use this mod with other mods?
Yes, Simple Datapacks Mod is lightweight and designed to work alongside other mods. It doesn't conflict with most mods since it only adds a UI layer for managing datapacks.
Do datapacks I enable with this mod work the same as vanilla datapacks?
Yes, datapacks function identically—the mod just provides a convenient menu to manage them instead of requiring folder navigation or commands.
What happens to my datapacks if I disable the mod?
Your datapacks remain in your world folder and will still work normally. You'll just lose the convenient in-game menu and have to manage them through traditional methods (folders or commands).
Can I install a datapack directly from the menu, or do I need to add files manually?
The mod allows you to manage datapacks through the menu, but you typically still need to place the datapack files in your datapacks folder first. Once there, the menu will detect and let you enable them.
Will enabling multiple datapacks at once cause lag or conflicts?
Performance depends on the datapacks themselves, not the mod. If you enable datapacks that conflict with each other or are poorly optimized, you may experience lag—test them individually if you notice issues.
Can I use this mod in multiplayer or on a server?
This mod is designed for single-player worlds. On servers, datapacks are managed by the server administrator, and this mod won't give you access to server-side datapack controls.