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CurseForge · Minecraft mod

Simple AutoFishing

A Mod that automatically reels in fish and recasts your fishing rod when a fish bites. Perfect for AFK fishing!

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Quick answer

Which Simple AutoFishing release should I use?

Updated 1 year ago
Latest stable file AutoFish-1.0
Game version 1.21.5, 1.21.8, 1.21.4
Loader Fabric

Simple AutoFishing AutoFish-1.0 targets 1.21.5, 1.21.8, 1.21.4 with Fabric. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 1 required mods have matching files.

Where it goes

Is Simple AutoFishing required on the client, server, or both?

The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

Client Source doesn’t say
Dedicated server Source doesn’t say
Loader for this release Fabric
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.

What else does Simple AutoFishing AutoFish-1.0 need?

AutoFish-1.0. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

All 1 required mods have matching files

Install Fabric API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

Fabric API Needed by Simple AutoFishing AutoFish-1.0
required
Matching file found Matched file: [1.21.5] Fabric API 0.128.2+1.21.5

We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.

Before you install it

Add Simple AutoFishing without breaking your instance.

Built for Simple AutoFishing AutoFish-1.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use AutoFish-1.0. It targets 1.21.5, 1.21.8, 1.21.4 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install Fabric API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside AutoFish-1.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Simple AutoFishing add?

Simple AutoFish Mod for Minecraft Fabric

A lightweight Minecraft Fabric mod that automatically reels in fish and recasts your fishing rod when a fish bites. Perfect for AFK fishing in survival mode!

Features

🎣 Automatic Fishing: Detects when fish bite and automatically reels them in

🔄 Auto Recast: Immediately casts the fishing rod again after catching a fish

⌨️ Toggle Keybind: Press R to enable/disable auto fishing

💬 Chat Feedback: Shows "Auto Fish: Enabled/Disabled" messages

🛡️ Survival Friendly: No unfair advantages, just automates clicking

⚡ Lightweight: Minimal performance impact

🔧 Smart Detection: Handles edge cases like broken rods and item changes

How to Use

  1. Install the mod in your Fabric mods folder
  2. Launch Minecraft with Fabric loader
  3. Equip a fishing rod in your main hand
  4. Press R to toggle auto fishing on/off
  5. Cast your rod manually the first time (or let the mod do it)
  6. Enjoy AFK fishing! The mod will handle everything automatically

Controls

  • R Key: Toggle auto fishing on/off
  • Chat Messages: Shows current status when toggled

Technical Details

Fish Bite Detection

The mod detects fish bites by:

  1. Checking the caughtFish field in the FishingBobberEntity
  2. Fallback: Monitoring bobber velocity changes (sudden jerks)

Timing System

  • Recast Delay: 10 ticks (0.5 seconds) after reeling in
  • Minimum Action Delay: 5 ticks between any actions
  • Prevents double-firing and ensures smooth operation

Edge Cases Handled

  • ✅ Fishing rod breaks → Auto fishing stops
  • ✅ Player switches items → Auto fishing stops
  • ✅ Toggle disabled → All automation stops immediately
  • ✅ No valid water target → Skips casting
  • ✅ Rod durability check → Prevents breaking

License

MIT License - Feel free to modify and distribute!

Happy Fishing! 🎣

Project description from CurseForge.

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