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MiningZ
Designed to gently bring back the **Harvest Level** mechanic for blocks. It also adds Prospector Picks, which are really handy for finding resources without making a big mess of the terrain.
Quick answer
Which MiningZ release should I use?
miningz-1.0.2+1.21.1 targets 1.21.1 with Fabric. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 3 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is MiningZ required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does miningz-1.0.2+1.21.1 need?
miningz-1.0.2+1.21.1. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
Install Fabric API, Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge), Cloth Config API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.
We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.
Before you install it
Add MiningZ without breaking your instance.
Built for miningz-1.0.2+1.21.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use miningz-1.0.2+1.21.1. It targets 1.21.1 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install Fabric API, Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge), Cloth Config API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside miningz-1.0.2+1.21.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does MiningZ add?
MiningZ
Designed to gently bring back the Harvest Level mechanic for blocks.
It helps make sure players are using the right tier of tools for the job, just like in the old modpacks.
It also adds Prospector Picks, which are really handy for finding resources without making a big mess of the terrain.
Everything is fully configurable, so you can set it up exactly how you like it.
Harvest Levels
This feature lets you restore the mining hierarchy. You can decide which harvest level is required to break specific blocks.
It’s quite easy to configure. You can simply add your settings via a datapack right here:
Path: data\modid\mining\YOURFILE.json
{
"1": {
"replace": false,
"items": [
"minecraft:stone_pickaxe"
],
"blocks": [
"minecraft:stone",
"minecraft:sandstone"
]
},
"2": {
"replace": false,
"items": [
"minecraft:diamond_pickaxe"
],
"blocks": [
"minecraft:coal_ore",
"minecraft:redstone_ore"
]
}
}
Prospector Picks
To help you out while mining, we’ve included Prospector Picks. These allow you to dig into blocks and check for nearby ores.
When you use one, it will let you know what it found via a subtle text notification. Just enough to be helpful without cluttering up your chat.
If you want to adjust which blocks the picks work on, you can adjust the block tag:
Path: data\miningz\tags\block\prospector_blocks.json
{
"replace": true,
"values": [
"#c:ores",
"minecraft:amethyst_block"
]
}
Datapacks
If you don't know how to create a datapack check out Data Pack Wiki website and try to create your first one for the vanilla game.\
Compat
Installation
MiningZ is a mod built for the Fabric Loader. It requires Fabric API and Cloth Config API to be installed separately; all other dependencies are installed with the mod.
License
MiningZ is licensed under MIT.
Links
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
MiningZ by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.1
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
MiningZ versions and loaders
miningz-1.0.2+1.21.1
miningz-1.0.2.jar
30 Oct 2026
MiningZ 1.0.1
miningz-1.0.1.jar
15 May 2026
MiningZ 1.0.0
miningz-1.0.0.jar
18 Feb 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.