What Minecraft versions does Data API work with?

Data API supports Minecraft 1.16.5 through 1.21. You need to download the version that matches your game version. Check the download section above.

Do I need a mod loader to use this data pack?

No. Data packs are built into Minecraft and don't require Forge or Fabric. Just add the file to your world's datapacks folder.

How do I remove Data API from my world?

Run /function uninstall:data_api or /function uninstall:developer_resources in your world. This removes all the data pack features cleanly.

Can I use Data API with other datapacks?

Yes. Data API is designed to work alongside other datapacks. Just make sure they don't conflict with custom NBT tags or function names.

What are NBT tags and how do I use them?

NBT tags are data attached to items. Data API adds over 15 custom tags for things like fireproofing items, detecting right-clicks, and custom saturation values. You use them through commands or other datapacks.

Data API Data Pack 1.21 & 1.20.1 | Dev Tools

If you’re building datapacks for Minecraft, Data API gives you the tools you actually need. It fills the gaps in what vanilla Minecraft offers for developers with support for custom items, enchantments, GUIs, and way more.

What Data API Gives You

Custom Item Support

Create items that don’t exist in vanilla Minecraft. Data API handles custom durability, custom enchantments, custom hats, and custom music discs. You also get custom smelting recipes and over 15 custom NBT tags for things like fireproofing and right-click detection.

Entity and Block Tools

Target block types as entities, create custom GUIs using marker entities, and spawn custom mobs. Display entities can automatically match the light level of surrounding blocks, which is huge for custom lighting effects.

Developer Commands

Use /function dev:settings or /function settings:data_api to open a settings book. Toggle developer mode with /function gamerule:data_api/developer_mode. When you’re done, remove it cleanly with uninstall functions.

How to Install

Data packs are simple to add to your world. If you need detailed steps, check out our data pack installation guide.

Make sure you download the version that matches your Minecraft version.

Version Compatibility

Data API supports versions going back to 1.16.5 and up through 1.21. Download the correct file below for your game version.