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CurseForge · Minecraft mod

Better Item Borders

"Inspired by Item Borders by Grend_G This project expands upon the original concept by introducing functional borders—such as potion effect status and instant visual indicators—helping players read their inventory faster.."

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Quick answer

Which Better Item Borders release should I use?

Updated today
Latest stable file bib_1.1.25_forge26.2.jar
Game version 26.2
Loader NeoForge

Better Item Borders bib_1.1.25_forge26.2.jar targets 26.2 with NeoForge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. 1 required mod needs a matching file.

Where it goes

Is Better Item Borders 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 NeoForge
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 Better Item Borders bib_1.1.25_forge26.2.jar need?

bib_1.1.25_forge26.2.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

1 required mod needs a matching file

Install Firework Label first, but 1 required mod has no matching file for this setup. Do not mix loader builds to force a match.

Firework Label Needed by Better Item Borders bib_1.1.25_forge26.2.jar
required
No matching file

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

Before you install it

Add Better Item Borders without breaking your instance.

Built for Better Item Borders bib_1.1.25_forge26.2.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use bib_1.1.25_forge26.2.jar. It targets 26.2 with NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install Firework Label first, but 1 required mod has no matching file for this setup. Do not mix loader builds to force a match.

  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 bib_1.1.25_forge26.2.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Better Item Borders add?

Fabric : use command

\bib

to open config screen

his mod builds upon the original idea by adding dynamic potion borders and instant visual cues for a clearer inventory experience.

  • 🌈 Potion Border Highlights: Highlights potions and tipped arrows in your inventory with customizable glowing borders for duration (Extended) and potency (Enhanced ⭐).

⏱️ Universal Duration Standards To maximize combat clarity and cross-mod compatibility, extended borders use strict, universal time thresholds:

  • 🧪 Regular / Splash Potions: > 3min

  • 💨 Lingering Potions: > 45sec

  • 🏹 Tipped Arrows: >22.5sec

(💡 Short-base potions such as extended Regeneration, Poison, and Turtle Master intentionally do not trigger the border to maintain a uniform, time-based standard across all mods!)

Modpacks: You are welcome to include this mod in any modpack hosted on CurseForge. No need to ask for permission.
For modpacks on other platforms, please contact me first.

Please do not re-upload this mod’s files to other websites.

Project description from CurseForge.

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Recent files

Better Item Borders versions and loaders

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