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Add and Equip a Cape
Enabling a Cape from Optifine
SkinChanger lets you use capes from other players, including their Optifine capes.
1. Open the SkinChanger menu
2. Click the "Add cape" button
3. A cape should appear behind your character
4. You can now toggle the cape on and off using the cape controls in the menu
Loading a Cape from File or URL
If you have a custom cape file or URL:
1. Open the SkinChanger menu
2. Look for cape loading options (File or URL input)
3. Select your cape source and confirm
4. The cape will attach to your character
Important Notes
- Only you see the cape you apply—other players see your original appearance
- You can turn capes on and off without reloading
- Use
/capecommand as a shortcut:/cape playernameto grab another player's Optifine cape
Capes are purely cosmetic and don't affect gameplay.