Common
Glass
Glass
GlassCommonTransparent
Glass is a common glass block in Minecraft. This is a transparent block, meaning light can pass through it.
Entity Relationship Graph
Crafting Recipes
Block Properties
Internal ID
minecraft:glassCategoryGlass
Stack Size64
Hardness0.3
Blast Resistance0.3
Transparent✓ Yes
Light LevelNone
Commands
Give Command
/give @p minecraft:glass 1Set Block Command
/setblock ~ ~ ~ minecraft:glass
Mining Information
Required Tool
Silk Touch Required
Mining Time
Varies by tool (base: 0.3s)
Silk Touch
Required for item drop
Fortune Effect
No effect
Frequently Asked Questions
What tool do I need to mine Glass?▼
To properly mine Glass and receive item drops, you need: Silk Touch Required. Using a lower tier tool or the wrong tool type will result in no drops.
Is Glass blast resistant?▼
Glass has a blast resistance of 0.3. It can be destroyed by most explosions.
Is Glass transparent?▼
Yes, Glass is a transparent block. Light passes through it, and mobs cannot spawn on transparent blocks. It also won't suffocate entities.
What is the Minecraft ID for Glass?▼
The internal Minecraft ID for Glass is "minecraft:glass". You can use this ID with commands like /setblock, /fill, and /give.
About Glass
Glass is a common block in Minecraft, categorized as a glass block. The internal game ID for this block is minecraft:glass.
With a hardness of 0.3, Glass takes relatively little time to mine. For optimal mining speed and to receive item drops, use Silk Touch Required.
As a transparent block, Glass allows light to pass through it and prevents mobs from spawning on top of it.