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CurseForge · Minecraft mod

ChainVein

"ChainVein" enhances mining efficiency in Minecraft by enabling vein mining. Mine connected blocks and ores in a chain with a single keypress for a faster and more streamlined experience.

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Latest stable file ChainVein-5.2.0.jar
Game version 26.2
Loader Forge

ChainVein-5.2.0.jar targets 26.2 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.

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Is ChainVein required on the client, server, or both?

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About this project

What does ChainVein add?

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ChainVein is a lightweight and efficient vein mining mod that revolutionizes your Minecraft mining experience. With just a single keypress (default: V), instantly mine connected ore veins and similar blocks, saving time while maintaining perfect gameplay balance.

Core Features

  • Intelligent Mining System
    • Smart vein detection with single-key activation (V)
    • Multiple mining modes (3x3, Staircase Up/Down)
    • Automatic tool durability protection
    • Sneak-to-disable functionality
    • Tool-appropriate mining requirements
    • Added support for enchantments like Silk Touch and Fortune.
    • Improved compatibility with popular mods for better integration.
  • Block Compatibility
    • Complete vanilla ore support
    • Raw ore blocks integration
    • Popular modded ores (copper, tin, aluminum, silver, uranium)
    • Universal "ore" keyword detection

International Support

Version 3.4.0 adds full localization for:

  • Arabic (العربية)
  • German (Deutsch)
  • English
  • Spanish (Español)
  • French (Français)
  • Italian (Italiano)
  • Japanese (日本語)
  • Korean (한국어)
  • Portuguese - Brazil (Português do Brasil)
  • Russian (Русский)
  • Chinese - Simplified (简体中文)

Technical Excellence

  • Full server compatibility
  • Support for staircase modes on servers
  • Optimized performance impact
  • Customizable keybindings
  • Real-time action bar feedback

Installation Guide

Forge Version

  1. Install Minecraft Forge
  2. Place mod file in your mods folder
  3. Launch and enjoy!

Fabric Version (2.0.0+)

  1. Install Minecraft Fabric (1.21+)
  2. Download & install Fabric API
  3. Add mod to mods folder
  4. Start playing!

Version History

ChainVein-3.8.0

  • Fixes:
    • Resolved compatibility issues with Forge versions 1.21.1 to 1.21.4 on servers.
    • The mod now runs correctly on servers without being restricted to version 1.21 only.
  • New Features:
    • Added support for enchantments like Silk Touch and Fortune.
    • Improved compatibility with popular mods for better integration.

ChainVein-3.4.0

  • Added support for 11 languages
  • Fixed VeinMine modes functionality on servers
  • Added server support for staircase mining modes
  • Various performance improvements

ChainVein-2.2.0

  • Advanced Mining Patterns (3x3, 5x5)
  • Enhanced durability protection with warning system
  • Expanded block support
  • Performance optimizations

ChainVein-2.1.0 (1.19.2)

  • Tinkers' Tool Control integration
  • Enhanced customization options

ChainVein-2.0.0

  • Complete tree cutting functionality
  • Support for all vanilla wood types
  • Nether wood compatibility
  • Enhanced modded wood detection

Perfect For

  • Efficiency-focused miners
  • Modpack developers
  • Players seeking balanced automation
  • Server administrators

Usage

Hold the vein mine key (V) while mining to activate. Press M to cycle between mining modes. The mod automatically mines connected blocks while respecting tool requirements and durability.

Project description from CurseForge.

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