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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Instant Smelt

A simple quality-of-life mod that smelts all raw ores instantly upon mining, letting you skip the smelting queue.

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Quick answer

Which Instant Smelt release should I use?

Updated 5 months ago
Latest stable file 26.1.2+mod
Game version 26.1.2, 26.2
Loader Fabric, Forge, NeoForge

Instant Smelt 26.1.2+mod targets 26.1.2, 26.2 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Instant Smelt required on the client, server, or both?

Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

Client Optional
Dedicated server Optional
Loader for this release Fabric, Forge, NeoForge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.

What else does Instant Smelt 26.1.2+mod need?

26.1.2+mod. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

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 Instant Smelt without breaking your instance.

Built for Instant Smelt 26.1.2+mod. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 26.1.2+mod. It targets 26.1.2, 26.2 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    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.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside 26.1.2+mod. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Instant Smelt add?

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Tired of interrupting your mining expeditions to stare at a furnace UI? Instant Smelt eliminates the middleman. The moment your pickaxe breaks an ore, it is instantly purified into its refined form. Spend less time managing coal and more time building, exploring, and conquering your world.

Performance Focused: Built using optimized, modern Minecraft scripting to ensure zero TPS drops, even when vein-mining or using high-efficiency tools.


✨ Features & Mechanics

  • Zero-Delay Processing: Ores drop their refined counterparts instantly onto the ground or directly into your inventory.

  • Enchantment Compatibility:

  • Fortune: Works flawlessly! Get scaled bonus ingots just like you would with raw iron or diamonds.

  • Silk Touch: Respects your enchantments. If you use Silk Touch, you will still get the raw ore block.

  • XP Generation: You don't lose out on progression. Smelting ores instantly grants the standard furnace experience points directly to the player.

Supported Blocks & Conversions

Original Ore Block Refined Drop Fortune Affected?
Iron Ore 🪙 Iron Ingot Yes
Gold Ore 🪙 Gold Ingot Yes
Ancient Debris 🔥 Netherite Scrap No
Copper Ore ⚡ Copper Ingot Yes
Deepslate Variants ✨ Respective Refined Drops Yes

(Also seamlessly handles standard drops like Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Redstone, and Nether Quartz with maximum efficiency).


🛠️ Installation Guide (DATAPACK)

Getting started takes less than 60 seconds:

  1. Download the Instant-Smelt-[Version].zip file.
  2. Navigate to your Minecraft world folder and open the datapacks directory.
  3. Drop the ZIP file directly inside (no need to un-zip).
  4. Activate by entering /reload in your in-game chat (ensure cheats are enabled), or simply restart your world/server.

🛡️ Compatibility & Support

  • Versions: Fully compatible with Minecraft 1.20 and above (including the latest sub-versions).
  • Multiplayer Ready: Works perfectly on singleplayer worlds, LAN, and massive multiplayer servers without requiring client-side installations for your players.
  • Mod Compatibility: Compatible with all vanilla-style custom world generation mods.

💡 Why choose Instant Smelt?

Unlike bloated mods, this lightweight datapack uses vanilla-native loot tables and predicates. It won't corrupt your save files, it won't lag your server, and it seamlessly integrates into the core gameplay loop. Download today and revolutionize your mining experience!

Project description from Modrinth.

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