CurseForge · Minecraft mod
NightWindow
A simple Fabric & Forge mod that turns the Minecraft window title bar dark on startup.
Quick answer
Which NightWindow release matches 1.21?
NightWindow-1.21-fabric.jar targets 1.21 with Fabric. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 1 required mods have matching files.
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.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does NightWindow-1.21-fabric.jar need?
NightWindow-1.21-fabric.jar on 1.21. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
Install Fabric 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 NightWindow without breaking your instance.
Built for NightWindow-1.21-fabric.jar on 1.21. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use NightWindow-1.21-fabric.jar. It targets 1.21 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install Fabric API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.
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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 NightWindow-1.21-fabric.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.
Pick your setup
NightWindow by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.2
1 loader build26.1.2
1 loader build26.1.1
1 loader build26.1
1 loader build1.21.11
1 loader build1.21.10
1 loader build1.21.9
1 loader build1.21.8
1 loader build1.21.7
1 loader build1.21.6
1 loader build1.21.5
1 loader build1.21.4
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 23 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
NightWindow versions and loaders
NightWindow-1.21-fabric.jar
NightWindow-1.0.jar
22 Oct 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.