CurseForge · Minecraft mod
BetterF3
A mod that provides a highly customizable, more human-readable Debug HUD.
Quick answer
Which BetterF3 release matches 26.1.2?
BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.2 (26.1-26.1.2) targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with NeoForge. 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. All 1 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is BetterF3 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 BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.2 (26.1-26.1.2) need?
BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.2 (26.1-26.1.2) on 26.1.2. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
Install Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge) 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 BetterF3 without breaking your instance.
Built for BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.2 (26.1-26.1.2) on 26.1.2. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.2 (26.1-26.1.2). It targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge) 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 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 BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.2 (26.1-26.1.2). It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does BetterF3 add?
BetterF3
BetterF3 is a mod that replaces Minecraft's original debug HUD with a highly customizable, more human-readable HUD. You can customize colors, position, add spacings, and more.
Dependencies
Fabric:
- Optionally: ModMenu to access the options menu
- Included: Cloth Config to use F3 + M
Forge:
- Highly Recommended: Cloth Config to use F3 + M
Features
Each line is part of a Module, you can:
- Change the colors of each module
- Change the position of each module
- Add and delete modules, as well as add spacings between them
- Disable individual lines of a module, or disable the whole module
- Add a shadow to the text rendered (Activated by default)
- Change the color of the background behind all lines
- Animations for opening/closing (with configurable speeds)
Translations
This mod has been translated into multiple languages. Add or update your own language on Crowdin.
Development Builds
The latest builds can be found here.
Configuration Downloading
Cloth Config allows you to press F3 + M in-game to edit the F3 menu.
Screenshots and Videos


Video by AntVenom
Video by Boodlyneck
Thanks to @Nirewen for the icon.
Post any issues on the GitHub Issues Page.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
BetterF3 by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.2
3 loader builds26.1.2
3 loader builds26.1.1
3 loader builds26.1
3 loader builds1.21.11
3 loader builds1.21.10
3 loader builds1.21.9
3 loader builds1.21.8
3 loader builds1.21.7
3 loader builds1.21.6
3 loader builds1.21.5
3 loader builds1.21.4
3 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 22 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
BetterF3 versions and loaders
BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.2 (26.1-26.1.2)
BetterF3-18.0.2-NeoForge-26.1.jar
29 Apr 2026
BetterF3 Fabric v18.0.2 (26.1-26.1.2)
BetterF3-18.0.2-Fabric-26.1.jar
29 Apr 2026
BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.1 (26.1-26.1.2)
BetterF3-18.0.1-NeoForge-26.1.jar
19 Apr 2026
BetterF3 Fabric v18.0.1 (26.1-26.1.2)
BetterF3-18.0.1-Fabric-26.1.jar
19 Apr 2026
BetterF3 NeoForge v18.0.0 (26.1.2)
BetterF3-18.0.0-NeoForge-26.1.2.jar
19 Apr 2026
BetterF3 Fabric v18.0.0 (26.1.2)
BetterF3-18.0.0-Fabric-26.1.2.jar
19 Apr 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.