Variants-CIT Mod Wiki

Variants-CIT Mod Wiki & Guide

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Variants-CIT Mod is a mod that makes it easier to create and manage multiple item variants in Minecraft using CIT (Custom Item Textures). It simplifies the CIT format and improves performance, so even large resource packs remain easy to maintain and smooth to use.

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

How to Create Your First Custom Item Texture with Variants-CITSetting Up the Folder Structure Variants-CIT reads CIT rules from a folder inside your resource pack. Create a folder…How to Give Potions and Music Discs Unique TexturesPotions Potions are a common target because vanilla only varies them by color. With Variants-CIT you can assign a…How to Keep Large CIT Packs Fast and OrganizedFolder Organization Variants-CIT is built for performance, but a messy pack still slows you down while editing. Group…How to Make Enchanted Items Show Different TexturesWhy Enchantment Variants Are Useful Enchantment-based CIT lets a sword, tool, or armor piece change appearance…

Frequently asked questions

How do I get started with Variants-CIT after installing it?

Create a resource pack and add a CIT configuration file where the mod expects it, then point each variant at a texture in your pack. Once the pack is enabled, matching items will automatically swap to your custom textures.

What does the Variants-CIT config file actually look like?

It's a short, simplified file where you list each variant and the condition that triggers it, rather than writing full CIT property files. The mod's streamlined format covers all supported item types in one place.

Which items can I make variants for?

Common supported items include Axolotl Buckets, enchanted items, Music Discs, Goat Horns, Paintings, and Potions. Each of these has its own variant conditions you can match against.

Why aren't my custom textures showing up in-game?

The most common causes are a misplaced config file, a texture path that doesn't match the pack structure, or the resource pack not being enabled above the default pack. Double-check the file location and that the pack is actually loaded.

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