Minecraft Mod

Cloth Config API by shedaniel

Configuration Library for Minecraft Mods

Downloads: 146852356 · Followers: 16092 · updated 2 months ago · Latest: zErG1kOw

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About Cloth Config API

Cloth Config API is a Minecraft mod published on Modrinth by shedaniel. Configuration Library for Minecraft Mods

On the technical side, Cloth Config API ships for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).

Cloth Config API maintains compatibility with 47 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.14 up to Minecraft 26.2. Always download the file that matches your Minecraft version, and re-check the version dropdown after any Mojang release to avoid crash-on-launch bugs.

Content-wise, Cloth Config API is categorized as Library. That means it fits neatly into a wider Minecraft mod category so you can pair it with other mods from the same tag on this site.

Popularity: Cloth Config API has been downloaded 146.9M times on Modrinth and was updated 2 months ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that shedaniel is actively maintaining Cloth Config API.

Full description (from shedaniel)

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Cloth Config API is a config screen api.

Developers Wiki

[https://shedaniel.gitbook.io/cloth-config/](https://shedaniel.gitbook.io/cloth-config/)

![](https://i.imgur.com/AkpzyeC.png)

Compatibility & requirements

Environment: Client + server — Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).

Loaders / platforms: Fabric, Forge, NeoForge

Supported Minecraft versions (47): 26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1, 1.21.9, 1.21.8, 1.21.7, 1.21.6, 1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.2, 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4, 1.20.3, 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.4, 1.19.3, 1.19.2, 1.19.1, 1.19, 1.18.2, 1.18.1, 1.18, 1.17.1, 1.17, 1.16.5, 1.16.4, 1.16.3, 1.16.2, 1.16.1, 1.16, 1.15.2, 1.15.1, 1.15, 1.14.4, 1.14.3, 1.14.2, 1.14.1, 1.14

Categories: Library

How to install Cloth Config API

  1. Match your Minecraft version. Confirm the file you download from Modrinth is tagged for Minecraft 26.2.
  2. Install the right loader. Cloth Config API needs Fabric for your Minecraft version.
  3. Launch and verify. Start Minecraft (or your server) and check Cloth Config API appears in the mods / plugins / resource packs list.

Frequently asked questions about Cloth Config API

Which Minecraft versions does Cloth Config API support?

Cloth Config API lists support for 47 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 26.2, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.14. Always match the version of the file you download to the Minecraft version your world or server is running.

What mod loader or server platform do I need to run Cloth Config API?

Cloth Config API publishes files for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Install the matching loader (for example, Fabric Loader for Fabric builds or PaperMC for Paper plugins) before dropping Cloth Config API into your mods, plugins, or resource-pack folder.

Does Cloth Config API need to be installed on my Minecraft server?

Cloth Config API supports installation on both the client and the server. For full functionality (like synced world features or client-side rendering), install it on both sides.

Who created Cloth Config API?

Cloth Config API is published on Modrinth by shedaniel. The project was first published 1565 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and shedaniel's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.

Is Cloth Config API still being updated?

Yes — Cloth Config API was updated 2 months ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from shedaniel generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.

Is Cloth Config API safe to download from Modrinth?

Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that shedaniel uploads for Cloth Config API. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading Cloth Config API directly from its Modrinth page is the recommended way to avoid malware-laced mirrors. Never install mod files from unknown third-party sites.

How popular is Cloth Config API?

Cloth Config API has been downloaded 146,852,356 times (146.9M) on Modrinth and has 16,092 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft mod.

What license does Cloth Config API use?

Cloth Config API is distributed under the GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license. Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling Cloth Config API into a modpack.

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Official links

Source, safety, and licensing

Cloth Config API is indexed by MinecraftBible directly from the official Modrinth REST API. All files are hosted on Modrinth, which virus-scans and moderates every upload from shedaniel before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install mod files from unknown mirrors.

License: GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license (LGPL-3.0-only).

Freshness signal: Cloth Config API was updated 2 months ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.

Author profile: Visit shedaniel's Modrinth profile to see every other project they maintain.

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