This article explains how to install Minecraft Forge on a Windows or Mac computer. Forge is a free and open-source app that is used to be able to upload custom mods by users within the Minecraft Java Edition game.
Steps
Part 1 of 4: Download Forge
Step 1. Make sure you have Minecraft installed on your computer
In order to install Forge, Minecraft must have already been installed on the device and used at least once. This way, you can be sure that all the necessary files are there.
- Minecraft Forge only works with the Java version of Minecraft. The console version of Minecraft (Xbox One and PS4) does not allow the use of mods. You can use a third party app to install mods on the Minecraft version for Android and iOS devices.
- If you need to create a Forge server, you will need to have the official version of Minecraft installed on your device that includes the server software. The Forge installation file includes all the files needed to create a server.
Step 2. Visit the official Forge website using an internet browser
You will be redirected to the web page where you can download the latest updated version of Minecraft Forge.
- It is always best to install the version of Minecraft Forge that matches the version of Minecraft you are using. For example, if you are playing Minecraft 1.13, you should download and install Minecraft Forge 1.13. Links to the various versions of Minecraft Forge are listed on the left side of the page, within the "Minecraft Version" section.
- The most up-to-date version of Minecraft Forge is 1.16.1, however it is a version that has yet to be fully tested. The most updated and recommended version for using Minecraft Forge is 1.15.2.
- Some mods only work on a specific version of Minecraft Forge. If the mod you want to install requires the use of a specific version of Minecraft Forge, click on the link Show all versions to view all versions of Minecraft Forge that you can use.
Step 3. Click on the Installer button of the "Recommended Download" section
It features an office filing cabinet icon and is located in the "Recommended Download" right pane. You will be redirected to the website where the download files are stored.
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Warning:
the website hosting the installation file to download is full of advertising banners and is called "adfoc.us". Unfortunately, the site page is full of malware and fake download links. For this reason, do not click on any graphic element regardless of the text shown. If a browser pop-up appears to inform you that "adfoc.us" wishes to send you notifications, click on the button Block.
Step 4. Wait 6 seconds and click on the Skip button
It is red in color and is located in the upper right corner of the web page of the "adfoc.us" site. You will have to wait 6 seconds for the button to appear. This will allow you to download the Minecraft Forge installation file to your computer.
- You may need to select a destination folder (for example your computer desktop) or to confirm your action before the download begins.
- A notification message may appear to inform you that the file you are downloading may be harmful to your computer. Click on the button Keep to keep the file. If the file you downloaded has the following name "forge- [version_number] -installer.jar", you are at no risk. If you accidentally downloaded any other files, delete them immediately.
Part 2 of 4: Install Forge on Windows
Step 1. Double-click the Forge installation file
The file name is "forge- [version_number] -installer.jar". The file you downloaded is available in your browser window or in your computer's "Downloads" folder.
If a pop-up appears inviting you to install Java, visit the following URL https://www.java.com/it/download/ with your computer browser, click on the button Free download, click on the button Accept and start the free download, then install Java after the download is complete.
Step 2. Make sure the "Install client" option is checked
If not, click on the "Install client" button before continuing.
Step 3. Make sure Minecraft is installed in the correct folder
By default, the Minecraft installation folder should be "C: / Users [username] AppData / Roaming \.minecraft" on Windows. If the installation path displayed at the bottom of the window is different, click on the button … placed next to the current path, then navigate to the Minecraft installation folder and click the button You open.
Step 4. Click the OK button
It is located in the lower right corner of the window. This will install the Forge client on your computer.
You can change the installation path by clicking on the button … and selecting the destination folder.
Step 5. Click the OK button when prompted
This way, you will complete the installation of Minecraft Forge.
Part 3 of 4: Install Forge on Mac
Step 1. Double-click the Forge installation file
It features a ".jar" extension and an icon depicting a steaming cup of coffee.
Step 2. Click on the OK button related to the error message that appeared
Most likely, a message will pop up to warn you that Minecraft Forge is from an unknown developer. By default and to preserve system security and integrity, the Mac blocks the installation of products from unknown developers. In this case, you will need to manually change the security settings to be able to install.
Step 3. Access the "Apple" menu by clicking on the icon
It is located in the upper left corner of the Mac screen.
If no error message appeared, you can skip directly to step number nine of the article
Step 4. Click on the System Preferences option
It is displayed at the top of the drop-down menu that appeared.
Step 5. Click on the Security and Privacy icon
It features a stylized house and is visible at the top of the "System Preferences" window.
Step 6. Click on the lock icon
It is located in the lower left corner of the window.
You will need to enter the system administrator account password in order to continue
Step 7. Click the Open Anyway button
It is visible at the bottom of the "General" tab of the "Security and Privacy" window. This will open the Minecraft Forge installation file.
If the indicated option is not visible, open a Finder window and navigate to the "Downloads" folder, then double-click the Minecraft Forge JAR file
Step 8. Click the Open button
This will confirm that you want to run the installation file.
Step 9. Make sure the "Install client" button is selected
If not, click on the "Install client" button before continuing.
If you are asked to install Java, click on the button Further information… placed in the pop-up that appeared, click on the option Download visible on the Java website, click on the DMG file at the end of the download, double-click on the Java package icon and follow the instructions that will appear on the screen.
Step 10. Make sure Minecraft is installed in the correct folder
By default, the Minecraft installation folder should be "/ Users / [username] / Library / Application Support / minecraft /". If the installation path displayed at the bottom of the window is different, click on the button … placed next to the current path, then navigate to the Minecraft installation folder and click the button You choose.
Step 11. Click the OK button
It is located in the lower right corner of the window. This will install the Forge client on your computer.
You can change the installation path by clicking on the button …, located above the button OK, and selecting the destination folder.
Step 12. Click the OK button when prompted
This way, you will complete the installation of Minecraft Forge.
Part 4 of 4: Installing Forge on Linux
Step 1. Navigate to the folder where you saved the installation file
By default, the files you download from the web are stored in the "Downloads" folder. Open the Linux file manager and navigate to the "Downloads" folder.
Step 2. Click on the Minecraft Forge installation file with the right mouse button, then click on the Properties option
The properties window of the selected file will be displayed. By default, the Forge installation file name is "forge- [version_number] -installer.jar.
Step 3. Click on the Permissions tab
It is displayed at the top of the "Properties" window.
Step 4. Select the check button "Allow this file to run as a program"
This way, you will be able to run the installation file. Without this step, you won't be able to start the Minecraft Forge installation process.
To make a file executable using the "Terminal" window, access the folder where it is stored, type the program " sudo chmod + x forge- [version_number] -installer.jar"and press the key Enter.
Step 5. Double-click the Forge installation file
The installation procedure will start. By default, the installation file name is "forge- [version_number] -installer.jar.
Step 6. Make sure the "Install client" option is checked
If not, click on the "Install client" button before continuing.
Step 7. Make sure Minecraft is installed in the correct folder
On Linux, the Minecraft installation folder should be "/home/ just". If the installation path displayed at the bottom of the window is different, click on the button … placed next to the current path, then navigate to the Minecraft installation folder and click the button OK.
Step 8. Click the OK button
It is located in the lower right corner of the window. This will install the Forge client on your computer.
Step 9. Click the OK button when prompted
In this way, you will complete the installation of Minecraft Forge.
Advice
- To use Forge within Minecraft, select the option Forge from the "Profile" drop-down menu on the main game launcher screen.
- Some mods add dimensions that may not be compatible with those of other mods already in place. In this case, you can solve the problem by manually changing the ID of a dimension.
