Small Swords Resource Pack FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
Do I need to install anything else to use Small Swords?
No — Small Swords is a resource pack, so it works on vanilla Minecraft without requiring any mods or additional software. Just download it, place it in your resource packs folder, and activate it in your world settings.
Will Small Swords work with my other texture packs?
Yes, Small Swords is designed to layer cleanly with other packs. If you're using multiple packs, place Small Swords higher in your resource pack list (closer to the top) so its sword textures take priority without affecting other textures from your other packs.
Can I use this pack on a multiplayer server?
Yes — resource packs are client-side only, so you can use Small Swords on any server without the server needing to install or approve it. Only you will see the smaller sword models.
Does this pack change how swords work in combat?
No, all gameplay mechanics remain unchanged — damage, attack speed, enchantments, and durability work exactly as vanilla. Small Swords only changes the visual appearance of sword models.
Why do my swords still look big in third-person view?
Small Swords primarily affects first-person view and inventory appearance, where the visual impact is most noticeable. Third-person view may show less dramatic changes depending on your camera angle and the sword type.
Will Small Swords reduce lag or improve performance?
No — resource packs don't affect performance since they only change textures and models, not game logic. Your FPS will be the same with or without this pack.
Can I use Small Swords with shader packs?
Yes, Small Swords works alongside shader packs without conflict. Load both your shader and this resource pack together, and the smaller sword models will render with your shader's lighting and effects.
Does this pack work with sword mods or modded weapons?
Small Swords only affects vanilla sword models. Modded weapons will keep their original appearance unless the mod's textures are also included in the resource pack.
How do I uninstall or disable Small Swords?
Open your resource packs menu in-game, find Small Swords in the active list, and click the arrow to move it back to the inactive list. You can also delete the pack folder entirely from your resource packs directory.
Will Small Swords affect enchanted sword glow or effects?
No — enchantment glows, particle effects, and all visual effects from enchantments display normally. Only the sword model itself is resized; all overlays and effects remain unchanged.