Separate a Single Villager from a Group
Isolating One Villager
If you need to move just one villager away from others, hold an emerald and position yourself close to your target. Only villagers within a certain range will respond to the emerald. By standing near the specific villager you want and moving away from the group, you can lead that individual away while others remain behind.
Using Distance to Your Advantage
Walk far enough from the main group that only your target villager is close enough to follow. Once separated, lead them to their destination. This technique is useful when you want to move a specific profession villager to a dedicated trading station without disrupting your village layout.
Returning to the Group
After placing your villager, you can return to the original group and repeat the process for another individual. This method takes longer than moving everyone at once, but gives you precise control over villager placement and organization.