CurseForge · Minecraft mod

Universal Container

Turn any configured decorative block into a fully functional, resizable container while preserving its original appearance.

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Quick answer

Which Universal Container release should I use?

Updated 2 months ago

Latest stable file universal_container-1.3.jar

Game version 1.20.1

Loader Forge

Universal Container universal_container-1.3.jar targets 1.20.1 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.

Where it goes

Is Universal Container 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 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.

Understand client and server requirements Read the Minecraft installation guide

What else does Universal Container universal_container-1.3.jar need?

universal_container-1.3.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 Universal Container without breaking your instance.

Built for Universal Container universal_container-1.3.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

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Stick to this file

Use universal_container-1.3.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 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 universal_container-1.3.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Universal Container add?

Universal Container is a configurable Forge mod that creates functional container variants of existing blocks while preserving their original models, colors, shapes, and render layers.

Define the source block, registry ID, display name, and inventory dimensions in a simple configuration file. Generated containers support custom GUI sizes, item persistence, comparator output, hoppers, pipes, and other Forge item capabilities.

Oversized block shapes are handled automatically using invisible proxy blocks, allowing every occupied section to open the same inventory and interact with automation systems.

Features

Forge 1.20.1 support
Configurable source blocks
Automatic or custom registry IDs
Custom names and translation keys
Inventories from 1–6 rows and 1–12 columns
Up to 72 inventory slots
Source model, color, shape, and render-layer preservation
Resizable textured container interface
Hopper and modded pipe compatibility
Comparator output
Automatic proxy support for oversized block shapes
Dedicated creative mode tab
Client and server support

Configuration changes require a game restart, and multiplayer clients must use the same configuration as the server.

Project description from CurseForge.

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