CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Canary
A performance mod designed to optimize Minecraft's general performance and unofficial fork of Lithium mod for Minecraft Forge.
Quick answer
Which Canary release should I use?
Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.20.4 targets 1.20.4 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 Canary 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 Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.20.4 need?
Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.20.4. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
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 Canary without breaking your instance.
Built for Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.20.4. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.20.4. It targets 1.20.4 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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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.
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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 Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.20.4. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Canary add?

Server tick time (mspt) graph before and after installing Canary. Measurements made in an existing world at a render distance of 18.
Canary for Minecraft Forge
Canary is a general performance optimization mod and unofficial fork of Lithium mod for Minecraft Forge. It works on both the client and server, and can be installed on servers without requiring clients to also have the mod.
Canary contains the original Lithium optimizations (mob AI, chunk loading, game physics, etc..) and also, Canary contains new optimizations to make the gameplay smoother, without changing any behavior.
Configuration
Canary makes use of an unusual configuration system which can be used to enable or disable certain patches. For more information, please read the wiki entry.
Modpack Permissions
Of Course, You can include it in your modpack.
Issues and Feature Requests
Please use the issue tracker linked at the top of the page to report bugs, crashes, and if you want to propose new features or otherwise contribute to the mod, i will gladly accept pull requests, as well!
If you want to support me, use my code AbdElAziz333 to get 25% off your first month and enjoy playing with your friends!
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Canary by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20.1
1 loader build1.20
1 loader build1.19.4
1 loader build1.19.3
1 loader build1.19.2
1 loader build1.18.2
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Canary versions and loaders
Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.20.4
canary-mc1.20.4-0.3.3.jar
8 Feb 2024
Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.20.1
canary-mc1.20.1-0.3.3.jar
8 Feb 2024
Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.19.2
canary-mc1.19.2-0.3.3.jar
8 Feb 2024
Canary 0.3.3 for MC 1.18.2
canary-mc1.18.2-0.3.3.jar
8 Feb 2024
Canary 0.3.2 for MC 1.20.1
canary-mc1.20.1-0.3.2.jar
18 Jan 2024
Canary 0.3.2 for MC 1.19.2
canary-mc1.19.2-0.3.2.jar
18 Jan 2024
Canary 0.3.2 for MC 1.18.2
canary-mc1.18.2-0.3.2.jar
18 Jan 2024
Canary 0.3.1 for MC 1.20.1
canary-mc1.20.1-0.3.1.jar
6 Jan 2024
Canary 0.3.1 for MC 1.19.2
canary-mc1.19.2-0.3.1.jar
6 Jan 2024
Canary 0.2.9 for MC 1.18.2
canary-mc1.18.2-0.2.9.jar
6 Jan 2024
Canary 0.3.0 for MC 1.20.1
canary-mc1.20.1-0.3.0.jar
5 Jan 2024
Canary 0.3.0 for MC 1.19.2
canary-mc1.19.2-0.3.0.jar
5 Jan 2024
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.
