Installing a datapack

There are multiple ways of installing a Datapack if you're playing modded Minecraft but in this guide we will focus on the purely Vanilla method of adding a Datapack to your world.

Using the datapack folder

Every world folder has a datapacks folder in which you can place the datapack you want to install.

The following steps will guide you through installing a datapack into the world

1. Locate the World Folder:

• Minecraft Launcher:
  • Open the Minecraft Launcher.
  • Navigate to the Installations tab.
  • Hover over the desired installation and click the folder icon.
  • Access the saves folder and open the corresponding world folder.
• In-Game:
  • Go to Resource Packs.
  • Press the Open Pack Folder button.
  • Navigate back to the saves folder and open the desired world folder.

2. Copy Datapack:

• Open the datapacks folder within the world folder.
• Copy the datapack into this folder.

Additional Methods (Windows)

NOTE

This is assuming you're using the Minecraft Launcher and have not changed the Game Directory

• Using Run Command:

  • Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
  • Enter %appdata%\.minecraft and click OK.
  • Access the saves folder and open the corresponding world folder.

• Using File Explorer:

  • Open any folder (File Explorer).
  • Enter %appdata%\.minecraft in the address bar and press Enter.
  • Open the saves folder and open the corresponding world folder.

Additional Method (MacOS)

NOTE

This is assuming you're using the Minecraft Launcher and have not changed the Game Directory

• Using Spotlight:
  • Copy ~/Library/Application Support/minecraft into Spotlight search.
  • Press Enter to access the Minecraft directory.
  • Open the saves folder and open the corresponding world folder.