CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Simple Compass
A simple compass mod for Minecraft Fabric.
Quick answer
Which Simple Compass release matches 26.1?
Simple Compass 1.7.8+26.1 targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Fabric. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 2 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is Simple Compass 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 Simple Compass 1.7.8+26.1 need?
1.7.8+26.1 on 26.1. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
Install VanillaConfig, Fabric API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 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 Simple Compass without breaking your instance.
Built for Simple Compass 1.7.8+26.1 on 26.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 1.7.8+26.1. It targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install VanillaConfig, Fabric API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 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 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 1.7.8+26.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Simple Compass add?
Simple Compass by TreSet

Description
This mod creates a simple and clean RPG-like compass showing indicators for the four cardinal directions on the ingame HUD. You can set up to four waypoints which are displayed alongside the cardinal directions.
The settings page opens by pressing H by defaut and can be accesed via Mod Menu.
Enjoying this mod?
Consider checking out TreeLauncher, the component based Minecraft Launcher.
Setup
This mod requires VanillaConfig (since v1.6.0)!
Put the .jar file from releases into your Minecraft Mod folder.
List of features (v1.5.0)
- simple, clean compass bar
- easy to use ingame settings menu
- four, per world customizable waypoints
- adjustable compass scale (width)
- individually adjustable direction and waypoint sprite size
- multiple display modes: display always, never or when holding a compass in hand, hotbar or inventory
- minimalist mode: removes all color on the compass (displays only the letters)
- proper waypoint scaling in the nether
License
This mod is available under the GNU GPLv3 license. Feel free to redistribute, modify and incorporate it in your own open-source projects.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Simple Compass by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.3
1 loader build26.2
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 buildShowing the newest 12 of 34 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
Simple Compass versions and loaders
1.7.8+26.1
compass-1.7.8+26.1.jar
25 Mar 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.