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HyLens

HyLens is a lightweight HUD mod that displays information about blocks, creatures, crops, resources, and recommended tools as you explore Hytale.

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Quick answer

Which HyLens release should I use?

Updated today
Latest stable file HyLens-0.11.0.jar
Game version Not listed
Mod system Built-in Hytale mod system

HyLens-0.11.0.jar targets Hytale. Do not install it as a separate client mod. Enable it on the world host—the local server in singleplayer or the dedicated server in multiplayer. No required dependencies listed for this file.

Where it goes

Where should HyLens be installed in Hytale?

Do not install it as a separate client mod. Enable it on the world host—the local server in singleplayer or the dedicated server in multiplayer.

Separate client mod Not supported
World host / dedicated server Required
Mod system for this release Built-in Hytale mod system
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

Put Hytale mods on the world host or dedicated server. Singleplayer runs a local server too; Hytale does not use separate client mods.

What else does HyLens-0.11.0.jar need?

HyLens-0.11.0.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No required dependencies listed for this file

This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

This file does not list any required or optional project dependencies. Check the creator notes before changing an existing world.

Before you install it

Add HyLens without breaking your instance.

Built for HyLens-0.11.0.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use HyLens-0.11.0.jar. It targets Hytale; another release may target a different game build or dependency set.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

  3. 03

    Enable it on the world host

    Do not install it as a separate client mod. Enable it on the world host—the local server in singleplayer or the dedicated server in multiplayer.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside HyLens-0.11.0.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does HyLens add?

HyLens — Know What You're Looking At!

HyLens is a lightweight and customizable information HUD for Hytale that helps you identify blocks, creatures, crops, and resources simply by looking at them.

Inspired by the convenience of information overlays, HyLens provides useful details directly on your screen without interrupting your gameplay.

✨ Features

🔍 Block Identification

  • Instantly identify blocks by pointing your crosshair at them.
  • Display block names and item icons.
  • Enjoy a compact HUD that automatically adapts to the available information.

⛏️ Smart Tool Recommendations

  • See which tool is recommended for breaking a block.
  • Green: Your equipped tool meets the requirements.
  • Red: Your equipped tool does not meet the requirements.
  • Gray: Recommended tool when your hand is empty or compatibility cannot be confirmed.
  • Supports tool categories such as pickaxes, axes, and shovels.

🌱 Crop Growth Information

  • Identify crops at different growth stages.
  • View growth progress, such as Growing 1/3, when stage data is available.
  • Know when crops are ready to harvest.
  • Display the crop's product icon instead of its seed icon when available.

🐺 Creature Identification

  • Identify creatures and NPCs by looking at them.
  • Display creature names and dedicated portraits for supported species.
  • Use a generic creature icon when a specific portrait is unavailable.

🌳 Resources and Wood Types

  • Identify wood categories such as Goldenwood and Drywood.
  • Display resource information when the game provides reliable collection data.
  • Hide unavailable information automatically to keep the HUD clean.

⚙️ Customizable HUD

Personalize your experience using the in-game settings menu:

  • 4 screen positions: top-left, top-right, bottom-left, and bottom-right.
  • 3 HUD sizes: small, normal, and large.
  • Enable or disable icons, tool recommendations, crop information, and creature identification.
  • Save individual preferences automatically.

Open the settings menu with:

/hylens menu

You can also type /hylens to access the available commands.

🎮 How to Use

  1. Install HyLens in your Hytale mods folder.
  2. Enable the mod in your world.
  3. Point your crosshair at a block, creature, or crop.
  4. HyLens automatically displays the available information!

No complicated setup is required.

🛠️ Compatibility

  • Game: Hytale
  • Target version: Pre-Release 0.8.0-pre.2.1
  • Configuration: In-game visual menu and chat commands

HyLens is designed to provide information without modifying block drops, crop growth, or other gameplay mechanics.

Some information depends on the data provided by the game and may not be available for every block or creature.


🇧🇷 Português — Conheça o que você está olhando!

HyLens é um mod leve e personalizável para Hytale que exibe informações sobre blocos, criaturas, plantações e recursos diretamente na HUD.

Basta apontar para um elemento do mundo para visualizar as informações disponíveis!

✨ Funcionalidades

🔍 Identificação de blocos

  • Exibe o nome e o ícone dos blocos.
  • Atualiza as informações automaticamente conforme você movimenta a mira.

⛏️ Ferramentas recomendadas

  • Identifica a ferramenta adequada para cada bloco.
  • Verde: ferramenta adequada.
  • Vermelho: ferramenta inadequada.
  • Cinza: ferramenta recomendada ou compatibilidade não confirmada.

🌱 Plantações

  • Mostra os estágios de crescimento.
  • Informa quando uma plantação está pronta para colher.
  • Exibe o ícone do produto cultivado quando disponível.

🐺 Criaturas

  • Identifica animais, criaturas e NPCs.
  • Apresenta nomes e ícones específicos para diversas espécies.

🌳 Recursos

  • Identifica categorias de madeira, como madeira dourada e madeira seca.
  • Exibe informações sobre recursos coletáveis quando disponíveis.

⚙️ Personalização

  • Quatro posições diferentes para a HUD.
  • Três tamanhos disponíveis.
  • Opções para ativar e desativar informações.
  • Configurações individuais salvas automaticamente.

Para abrir o menu de configurações, digite:

/hylens menu

Explore Hytale com mais informações e menos complicações!

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