Simple Voice Chat Plugin FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
how do i open the voice chat menu in minecraft?
Press the V key to open the main voice chat GUI. From there you can access settings, group chats, mute yourself, disable voice chat, start or stop a recording, and hide the on-screen icons.
how do i use simple voice chat plugin on my server?
Once the plugin is installed on the server and the matching mod is installed on each player's client, players just join the server and talk to anyone standing near them. Press V for settings and G to open group chats.
simple voice chat plugin vs mod - what's the difference?
The plugin is the server-side component that handles voice routing, while the mod is the client-side component that captures and plays audio. Players need the client mod installed, and the server needs the plugin (or the mod on a modded server) for voice to work.
why can't anyone hear me on simple voice chat?
Check that your microphone is selected in the voice chat settings (V key) and that you aren't muted. Also make sure the server has the plugin installed and that you're within proximity range of the other players, or use a group chat to talk across the map.
how do i set up push to talk in simple voice chat?
Open the voice chat settings with V, then switch the activation mode from voice activation to push-to-talk and bind a key. Hold that key while speaking to transmit.
how do i create a group chat in simple voice chat?
Press G to open the group chat interface, type a name in the text field, and press the button next to it to create the group. Anyone who joins that group can hear each other regardless of distance.
simple voice chat plugin not working on aternos - how do i fix it?
On Aternos, make sure the plugin is installed on the server and that the voice chat port is open in the panel's network settings. If players still can't connect, check that the client mod version matches what the server expects.
how do i configure simple voice chat plugin on my server?
Edit the voice chat config file on the server to change things like proximity distance, port, and whether group chats are enabled. Restart the server after saving changes for them to take effect.
does simple voice chat plugin work with other voice mods or plugins?
It's designed to run alongside most other server plugins, but running two voice chat systems at once can cause conflicts with audio or keybinds. Disable the other voice system if you notice problems.
simple voice chat plugin icon fix - why are the icons missing or broken?
Missing or broken icons usually mean the client mod isn't loaded or the resource pack isn't being applied. Reinstall the client mod and make sure it's enabled for the Minecraft version you're playing.