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Tips Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
Where do I find the config file to add tips?
The Tips Mod config file is located in your game's config folder. Look for a file named something like `tipsmod.cfg` or `tips-config.toml` depending on your mod version—open it with any text editor to add or edit tips.
What format do I use to write a tip in the config?
Tips are typically entered as text entries in the config file, often as a list or array. Check your config file's existing structure—it will show you whether tips use quotes, commas, or other formatting, and follow that same pattern for new tips.
How do I change the color of my tips?
Most color settings in the config use hex color codes (like `#FF5733`) or RGB values. Look for a color or formatting section in your config file and replace the existing value with your desired color code.
Can I position tips in different places on the loading screen?
Yes, the config file includes position settings that let you adjust where tips appear—typically using X and Y coordinates or preset positions like top, bottom, left, or right. Adjust these values to move tips to your preferred location.
Do tips appear randomly every time I load a world?
Yes, Tips Mod selects and displays tips at random from your config file each time you load a world, so players see variety across multiple loading screens.
Why aren't my tips showing up on the loading screen?
Check that your config file is saved correctly, the tip text is properly formatted, and the mod is installed in your mods folder. If you edited the config while the game was running, restart the game to reload the changes.
Can I use special characters or color codes in tip text?
This depends on your mod version—some versions support Minecraft formatting codes (like `&c` for red text), while others display text as plain. Check your config file or existing tips to see what formatting is already in use.
Is Tips Mod compatible with other mods?
Tips Mod is a lightweight client-side mod that doesn't conflict with most other mods. It only affects the loading screen, so it should work alongside other mods without issues.
Can I use Tips Mod in a multiplayer server modpack?
Yes, Tips Mod works great for modpacks—install it on the client side, and each player will see the tips you configure. The mod doesn't require server-side installation.
What happens if I add too many tips—will it affect performance?
Tips Mod is very lightweight and adding many tips won't noticeably impact performance, since only one tip displays per loading screen. You can safely add dozens of tips without concern.