CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Transparent
Allows resource packs to make certain entities support transparency.
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Quick answer
Which Transparent release should I use?
Transparent [Fabric 1.21.5] v21.5.0 targets 1.21.5 with Fabric, Quilt. 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. 1 required mod needs a matching file.
Where it goes
Is Transparent 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.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Transparent [Fabric 1.21.5] v21.5.0 need?
[Fabric 1.21.5] v21.5.0. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
Install Ash API, Fabric API first, but 1 required mod has no matching file for this setup. Do not mix loader builds to force a match. 1 comes through another mod in the chain.
1 extra mod was pulled in by another dependency. Indented rows show who needs each one. We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.
Before you install it
Add Transparent without breaking your instance.
Built for Transparent [Fabric 1.21.5] v21.5.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use [Fabric 1.21.5] v21.5.0. It targets 1.21.5 with Fabric, Quilt; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install Ash API, Fabric API first, but 1 required mod has no matching file for this setup. Do not mix loader builds to force a match. 1 comes through another mod in the chain.
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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 [Fabric 1.21.5] v21.5.0. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Transparent add?
Transparent allows resource packs to give certain entities textures with transparent (or translucent) pixels. To use, simply install the mod and use or create a resource pack that gives one of the supported entities a transparent texture.

Resource pack used in the above image: BwW Texturepack.
Officially supports Paintings++ Mod!
Supported Entities
- Armor Stand (1.19.4+)
- End Crystal
- End Crystal Beam (1.21+)
- Item Frame
- Painting
- Player Cape (1.21+)
- Player Armor (1.21+)
- Beacon Beam (disabled by default)
If you want another entity to be supported by this mod, please let me know on Discord or GitHub Issues.
Configuration
In order to change the default configuration, paste the following json file content into a file in your resource pack located at /assets/transparent/transparent.json.
{
"armor_stand": true,
"beacon_beam": false,
"end_crystal": true,
"end_crystal_beam": true,
"item_frame": true,
"painting": true,
"player_cape": true,
"player_armor": true
}
Report any issues on GitHub. Chat on Discord in the #transparent channel.
Support the development of my mods on Ko-fi.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Transparent by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.5
3 loader builds1.21.4
3 loader builds1.21.3
3 loader builds1.21.2
3 loader builds1.21.1
3 loader builds1.21
3 loader builds1.20.6
4 loader builds1.20.4
4 loader builds1.20.2
4 loader builds1.20.1
3 loader builds1.20
3 loader builds1.19.4
3 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 13 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
Transparent versions and loaders
[Fabric 1.21.5] v21.5.0
transparent-fabric-21.5.0.jar
28 May 2025
[NeoForge 1.21.5] v21.5.0
transparent-neoforge-21.5.0.jar
28 May 2025
[Fabric 1.21.4] v21.4.1
transparent-fabric-21.4.1.jar
28 May 2025
[NeoForge 1.21.4] v21.4.1
transparent-neoforge-21.4.1.jar
28 May 2025
[Fabric 1.21.4] v21.4.0
transparent-fabric-21.4.0.jar
27 May 2025
[NeoForge 1.21.4] v21.4.0
transparent-neoforge-21.4.0.jar
27 May 2025
[Fabric 1.21.3] v21.3.0
transparent-fabric-21.3.0.jar
26 May 2025
[NeoForge 1.21.3] v21.3.0
transparent-neoforge-21.3.0.jar
26 May 2025
[Fabric 1.21.2] v21.2.0
transparent-fabric-21.2.0.jar
26 May 2025
[NeoForge 1.21.2] v21.2.0
transparent-neoforge-21.2.0.jar
26 May 2025
[Fabric 1.21.1] v21.1.0
transparent-fabric-21.1.0.jar
25 May 2025
[NeoForge 1.21.1] v21.1.0
transparent-neoforge-21.1.0.jar
25 May 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.