
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Ore Detector
This datapack adds ore detector to the game. The ore detector shows if there is ore nearby.
Quick answer
Which Ore Detector release should I use?
Ore Detector 1.3 targets 1.21, 1.21.1, 1.21.10 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 Ore Detector 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 Ore Detector 1.3 need?
1.3. 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 Ore Detector without breaking your instance.
Built for Ore Detector 1.3. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
- 01
Stick to this file
Use 1.3. It targets 1.21, 1.21.1, 1.21.10 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 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.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
- 04
Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.3. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Ore Detector add?
💎 Ore Detector
This datapack adds ore detector to the game. The ore detector shows if there is ore nearby.

✨ Features
- Ore detection up to 10x10x10 blocks
- Detection within 5 seconds
- 5 seconds cooldown
- !! The compass does not show the location of the ore !!
- Detecting deepslate ores
🧪 Recipe
You can get ore detector by placing the items in the crafting table with a compass in the middle and amethyst on all 4 sides.

💠 Ore Values
- Diamond:★★★★
- Deepslate Diamond:★★★★
- Emerald:★★★☆
- Deepslate Emerald:★★★★★★★★★★
- Gold:★★★☆
- Deepslate Gold:★★★☆
- Lapis:★★☆☆
- Deepslate Lapis:★★☆☆
- Redstone:★★☆☆
- Deepslate Redstone:★★☆☆
- Iron:★★☆☆
- Deepslate Iron:★★☆☆
- Coal:★☆☆☆
- Deepslate Coal:★☆☆☆
- Copper:★☆☆☆
- Deepslate Copper:★☆☆☆
🧱 Compatibility
- This datapack works on versions 1.21.2 and above
📦 Installation
- Download the datapack
.zipfile. - Place it in your world's
datapacksfolder. - Use
/reloadafter joining the world. - You're all set! Move around and see your coordinates at the bottom of your screen.
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💬 Feedback and Request
If you have a request or feedback, please write them in to my discord 3geetr.
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Ore Detector by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.2
5 loader builds26.1.2
5 loader builds26.1.1
5 loader builds26.1
5 loader builds1.21.11
5 loader builds1.21.10
5 loader builds1.21.9
5 loader builds1.21.8
5 loader builds1.21.7
5 loader builds1.21.6
5 loader builds1.21.5
5 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 17 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
Ore Detector versions and loaders
1.3
ore-detector-dp-1.5.jar
20 Aug 2025
1.3
ore_detector_data_pack.zip
20 Aug 2025
1.2
ore-detector-dp-1.2.jar
24 Jul 2025
1.2
ore_detector_data_pack.zip
24 Jul 2025
1.1
ore-detector-dp-1.1.jar
20 Jul 2025
1.1
ore_detector_data_pack.zip
20 Jul 2025
1.0
ore_detector.jar
28 Jan 2025
1.0
ore_detector_data_pack.zip
16 Jan 2025
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.
