Swinging Lanterns Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
Do I need to do anything to make lanterns swing or does it happen automatically?
The mod works automatically once installed—all hanging lights will start swinging right away without any setup needed. You can customize the behavior through the configuration options if you want to adjust how much they swing or disable it for specific situations.
Will this mod work on multiplayer servers?
Yes, this mod is completely visual and client-side only, so you can use it on regular multiplayer servers without needing the server to have it installed. Other players won't see the swinging animations, but you will.
How do I make lanterns swing more during storms?
Open the mod's configuration file and look for the weather intensity or storm settings—you can increase how much rain and thunder push the lights around. The guide 'Make Lanterns Swing During Storms' has detailed steps for adjusting these values.
Can I turn off the swinging for lanterns inside my house?
Yes, the mod has an option to disable swinging for lights placed indoors or in enclosed spaces. Check the 'Disable Swinging for Indoor Lanterns' guide for instructions on enabling this feature in your config.
Is there a way to make the chains move along with the lanterns?
Yes, the mod includes a separate option to animate the metal chains and links attached to hanging lights. Enable this in the configuration settings—see the 'Enable Chain and Link Animation' guide for details.
Will this mod slow down my game or cause lag?
No, the mod is designed to be performance-friendly and runs the animations efficiently on your client. The swinging happens entirely on your screen and won't impact your frame rate.
Does this work with custom lanterns from other mods?
Yes, the mod automatically applies swinging to hanging lights added by other content mods without requiring any extra configuration. Custom textured lanterns from resource packs will also swing naturally.
How do I adjust how fast or how far the lanterns swing?
Open the mod's configuration file and look for swing speed and swing distance settings—you can increase or decrease these values to match your preference. The 'Adjust Lantern Swing Speed and Distance' guide walks through all the available options.
Do I need a special graphics pack or shader to use this mod?
No, the mod works with vanilla graphics and doesn't require any resource packs or shaders to function. It's completely compatible with optional packs if you want to use them, but they're not necessary.
Can I turn off the mod for specific lanterns or just disable it completely?
You can configure the mod to disable swinging in certain situations (like indoors), but there's no per-lantern toggle—it's an all-or-nothing setting for each category. If you want to disable it entirely, you can turn off the mod or adjust the configuration to minimize movement.