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Improved Barrels

More barrel tiers, from copper to netherite.

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Quick answer

Which Improved Barrels release should I use?

Updated 4 months ago

Latest stable file improvedbarrels-1.0.2.jar

Game version 1.20.1

Loader Forge

Improved Barrels improvedbarrels-1.0.2.jar targets 1.20.1 with Forge. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Improved Barrels required on the client, server, or both?

The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.

Client Source doesn’t say

Dedicated server Source doesn’t say

Loader for this release Forge

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.

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What else does Improved Barrels improvedbarrels-1.0.2.jar need?

improvedbarrels-1.0.2.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods 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 mods.

Before you install it

Add Improved Barrels without breaking your instance.

Built for Improved Barrels improvedbarrels-1.0.2.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

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Stick to this file

Use improvedbarrels-1.0.2.jar. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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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.
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Put it on the correct side

The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
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Pick the file you checked

Use the “Get this file” button beside improvedbarrels-1.0.2.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Improved Barrels add?

This mod adds improved barrels with different tiers.

Upgrade your storage without tearing it down. Improved Barrels adds a clean tiered progression for barrels, from Copper all the way to Netherite, with in‑world upgrades.

Compatibility

Forge (1.20.1).
Sorting mods;
Tinkers’ Construct Crafting Station.

This mod has no dependencies beyond Forge.

Servers: Install on both server and clients (new blocks/items). Existing worlds are safe; upgrading placed barrels is in‑place and lossless.

FAQ

Q: Do upgrades drop items or scramble slots?
A: No. When a barrel is upgraded, all items inside it stay untouched.

Q: Do I need Tinkers’ Construct?
A: No. The TCon support is optional. Everything works fine without it.

Q: Can I use this in a modpack?
A: Yes, modpacks are welcome. Please link back to this page.

Q: Client or server?
A: Both sides should have the mod installed!

Credits

This is my first minecraft mod, everything from code to art was made by me. I'll try to update any bugs and errors! Please don't be scared to contact me if needed!

Project description from CurseForge.

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