
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
BetterTrims
Give the armour trims unique effects when worn
Quick answer
Which BetterTrims release should I use?
BetterTrims 3.2.8-neoforge+1.21.1 targets 1.21, 1.21.1 with NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. All 2 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is BetterTrims required on the client, server, or both?
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.
What else does BetterTrims 3.2.8-neoforge+1.21.1 need?
3.2.8-neoforge+1.21.1. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
Install Forgified Fabric API, Configurable 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 BetterTrims without breaking your instance.
Built for BetterTrims 3.2.8-neoforge+1.21.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 3.2.8-neoforge+1.21.1. It targets 1.21, 1.21.1 with NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install Forgified Fabric API, Configurable first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.
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Put it on the correct side
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 3.2.8-neoforge+1.21.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does BetterTrims add?
BetterTrims 4.0
Gives each armour trim material a unique effect when worn.
See the Wiki for Developer Documentaion and User Information about the included Datapacks.
Features
Bespoke Data-Driven Armour Trim Property System
- Includes Worn Properties, In-World Properties, Set Bonuses and More
- Almost Infinite Extensbility and Customisation
- Condition System Based on the Predicate Data API
- Tooltip Inferred From Properties (Mostly translated — there's like 10,000 possible combinations and I am a solo developer)
Smart Tooltips
Only Shows Relevant Information Based on Context:

- Only Visible When Holding Alt/Option
- Nested / Complex Conditions Only Expand When Holding Shift
- Elements Colour Coded Based on Type
2 Datapacks Included
- Default: Similar effects to 2.0 (The more popular version of this mod)
- Trim Effects: Re-implementation and balancing of the TrimsEffects mod as a datapack
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
BetterTrims by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
23w14a
1 loader build23w06a
1 loader build1.21.10
2 loader builds1.21.8
2 loader builds1.21.1
2 loader builds1.21
2 loader builds1.20.1
1 loader build1.20
1 loader build1.19.4-pre1
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
BetterTrims versions and loaders
4.0.4
bettertrims-4.0.4+1.21.10-fabric.jar
13 Dec 2025
4.0.4
bettertrims-4.0.4+1.21.10-neoforge.jar
13 Dec 2025
4.0.4
bettertrims-4.0.4+1.21.8-fabric.jar
13 Dec 2025
4.0.4
bettertrims-4.0.4+1.21.8-neoforge.jar
13 Dec 2025
4.0.4
bettertrims-4.0.4+1.21.1-fabric.jar
13 Dec 2025
4.0.4
bettertrims-4.0.4+1.21.1-neoforge.jar
13 Dec 2025
4.0.3
bettertrims-4.0.3+1.21.10-fabric.jar
18 Nov 2025
4.0.3
bettertrims-4.0.3+1.21.10-neoforge.jar
18 Nov 2025
4.0.3
bettertrims-4.0.3+1.21.8-fabric.jar
18 Nov 2025
4.0.3
bettertrims-4.0.3+1.21.8-neoforge.jar
18 Nov 2025
4.0.3
bettertrims-4.0.3+1.21.1-fabric.jar
18 Nov 2025
4.0.3
bettertrims-4.0.3+1.21.1-neoforge.jar
18 Nov 2025
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.