ALL GUIDES
55 guides across 8 categories. Everything you need to know about Minecraft Bedrock Edition.
Comparison
View categoryA thorough side-by-side comparison of Minecraft Bedrock Edition and Java Edition covering gameplay, performance, redstone, modding, multiplayer, and more.
Explore features unique to Minecraft Bedrock Edition that are not available in Java, including cross-play, Marketplace, character creator, and more.
Understand the limitations and drawbacks of Bedrock Edition when compared to Java Edition, from redstone inconsistencies to modding restrictions.
Commands
View categoryOverview of all Bedrock Edition commands, how they differ from Java, and tips for using the command system effectively.
Learn the Bedrock Edition /give command syntax, item IDs, data values, and practical examples for giving items to players.
Master the /tp and /teleport commands in Bedrock Edition with syntax, relative coordinates, and practical teleportation examples.
Use the /fill command in Bedrock Edition to place, replace, and clear blocks in large areas. Includes syntax, modes, and examples.
Learn how to spawn mobs, items, and other entities in Bedrock Edition using the /summon command with positioning and naming.
Apply, remove, and manage status effects on players and entities in Bedrock Edition using the /effect command.
Switch between Survival, Creative, Adventure, and Spectator modes in Bedrock Edition using the /gamemode command.
Master the Bedrock Edition /execute command to run commands as other entities, at specific locations, and with conditional logic.
Server
View categoryStep-by-step guide to downloading, configuring, and running an official Minecraft Bedrock Dedicated Server on Windows or Linux.
Complete reference for all server.properties settings in Bedrock Dedicated Server, with descriptions, default values, and recommendations.
Install and configure PocketMine-MP, a community-built server software for Minecraft Bedrock Edition with plugin support.
Set up a Nukkit or Nukkit-MOT server for Minecraft Bedrock Edition with Java-based plugin support.
Guide to choosing a Bedrock Edition server hosting provider, covering pricing, features, locations, and what to look for in a good host.
Add-ons
View categoryIntroduction to the Bedrock Edition add-on system, including behavior packs, resource packs, and the scripting API.
Step-by-step instructions for installing add-ons, behavior packs, and resource packs on every Bedrock platform.
A curated list of high-quality Bedrock Edition add-ons across categories including gameplay, visual enhancements, and quality of life improvements.
Learn how to create a behavior pack for Bedrock Edition from scratch, including manifest setup, entity modifications, and custom recipes.
Cross-play
View categoryGuide to playing Minecraft with friends across different platforms and editions, including Bedrock cross-play and Java-Bedrock bridging.
Complete setup guide for GeyserMC, the proxy that allows Minecraft Bedrock Edition players to join Java Edition servers.
Set up Floodgate to let Bedrock players join your Java server without needing a Java Edition account.
Complete walkthrough for creating a Minecraft server that accepts both Java and Bedrock players using GeyserMC and Floodgate.
Farming
View categoryUnderstand why Bedrock Edition farms work differently from Java farms, covering mob spawning, mechanics, and design considerations.
Build an efficient iron golem farm in Bedrock Edition, accounting for the unique spawning mechanics that differ from Java.
Build an automatic sugar cane farm in Bedrock Edition using observers and pistons, with designs for all scales.
Design and build effective hostile mob farms in Bedrock Edition, accounting for surface spawning and density mechanics.
The most effective XP farm designs for Bedrock Edition, from simple mob grinders to enderman and guardian farms.
Build an efficient Enderman XP farm in Bedrock Edition with Bedrock-specific spawning mechanics, platform designs, and kill methods.
Build a gold farm in Bedrock Edition using Nether portal mechanics and Zombified Piglin spawning, with Bedrock-specific designs.
Build a Drowned farm in Bedrock Edition for Tridents, nautilus shells, and copper ingots with Bedrock-specific spawning and conversion mechanics.
Build a Guardian farm in Bedrock Edition for prismarine, sea lanterns, and XP, with Bedrock-specific water and spawning mechanics.
Build a Villager trading hall in Bedrock Edition with workstation mechanics, trade locking, and efficient layouts for Bedrock-specific behavior.
Build an automatic Villager breeder in Bedrock Edition with correct bed and food mechanics for Bedrock-specific breeding behavior.
Build a Creeper-only farm in Bedrock Edition for gunpowder, with Bedrock-specific mob filtering and spawning platform designs.
Build manual and semi-automatic tree farms in Bedrock Edition, covering growth mechanics, bone meal usage, and efficient designs.
Build automatic and semi-automatic wheat farms in Bedrock Edition with villager harvesting, water collection, and growth mechanics.
Build an automatic bamboo farm in Bedrock Edition using observers and pistons, with growth mechanics and fuel production tips.
Build a cobblestone generator in Bedrock Edition from basic to automatic piston-based designs, with Bedrock-specific water and lava mechanics.
Build an automatic honey farm in Bedrock Edition using dispensers and redstone, with Bedrock-specific bee behavior and mechanics.
Build an automatic cactus farm in Bedrock Edition for XP, green dye, and composting, with Bedrock-specific growth and collection mechanics.
Build automatic pumpkin and melon farms in Bedrock Edition using observers and pistons, with Bedrock-specific growth and stem mechanics.
Learn why traditional Java Wither Skeleton farms do not work in Bedrock Edition and what alternatives exist for obtaining Wither Skeleton skulls.
Learn why Java Slime farm designs do not work well in Bedrock Edition, with Bedrock-specific slime chunk mechanics and alternative approaches.
Learn why efficient Java Witch farms do not work in Bedrock Edition and what alternatives exist for obtaining witch drops like redstone and glowstone.
Learn why Java Raid farms are extremely difficult to replicate in Bedrock Edition and what alternatives exist for emeralds and totems of undying.
Learn about the challenges of building Blaze farms in Bedrock Edition due to spawner mechanics and pathfinding differences, with workaround designs.
Learn about Nether Wart farming differences in Bedrock Edition, including the lack of automation and slower growth mechanics.
Skins
View categoryStep-by-step guide to changing your Minecraft skin on every Bedrock platform, including custom skins and the character creator.
Install and apply custom texture packs (resource packs) on all Bedrock platforms including mobile, PC, and console.
Find free skins, skin editors, and community resources for customizing your Minecraft Bedrock Edition character.
Realms
View categoryEverything you need to know about Minecraft Realms: pricing, features, limitations, and how they compare to traditional servers.
Step-by-step guide to creating, configuring, inviting players, and managing a Minecraft Bedrock Realm.
Compare Minecraft Realms and dedicated servers across cost, performance, features, and management complexity.