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NightWindow

A simple Fabric & Forge mod that turns the Minecraft window title bar dark on startup.

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Quick answer

Which NightWindow release should I use?

Updated 18 days ago
Latest stable file NightWindow-1.20.2-forge.jar
Game version 1.20.2
Loader Forge

NightWindow-1.20.2-forge.jar targets 1.20.2 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 NightWindow 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.

What else does NightWindow-1.20.2-forge.jar need?

NightWindow-1.20.2-forge.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 NightWindow without breaking your instance.

Built for NightWindow-1.20.2-forge.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use NightWindow-1.20.2-forge.jar. It targets 1.20.2 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    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.

  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 NightWindow-1.20.2-forge.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does NightWindow add?

NightWindow 🌙

NightWindow is a simple utility mod that automatically sets the Minecraft window title bar to Dark Mode on Windows 10 and Windows 11.


Requirements

This mod is available for both Fabric and Forge:

  • Fabric: Requires Fabric API
  • Forge: No additional dependencies required.

Features

  • Dark Title Bar: Replaces the bright white Windows title bar with a sleek dark theme.
  • Dark Theme: Provides a more comfortable appearance when playing Minecraft in darker environments.
  • Lightweight: Zero performance impact on your game.

Compatibility Note

Note: Due to using Windows-specific APIs (DWM), this mod only works on Windows 10 and Windows 11. On other operating systems (Linux, macOS), the mod will automatically disable itself without causing any crashes.


Simply install the mod, launch the game, and enjoy a clean, dark window frame!

Project description from CurseForge.

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26 available setups

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Recent files

NightWindow versions and loaders

26 of 26 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.