
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Better Capes
Select your own Cape for Free! No Account Needed!
Quick answer
Which Better Capes release should I use?
Better Capes 1.6.2 targets 26.2 with Fabric. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. All 1 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is Better Capes required on the client, server, or both?
It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.
This file is marked client-only.
What else does Better Capes 1.6.2 need?
1.6.2. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
Install Fabric API 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 Better Capes without breaking your instance.
Built for Better Capes 1.6.2. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
- 01
Stick to this file
Use 1.6.2. It targets 26.2 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 02
Bring the mods it needs
Install Fabric API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.
- 04
Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.6.2. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Better Capes add?
Custom Capes

With this mod, you have two options:
- Choose from a variety of pre-installed capes.
- Upload your own Custom Capes (up to 4K resolution).
Official website: https://bettercapes.net
Who can see my cape?
Everyone with Better Capes installed will be able to see your cape!
Usage
- Install the mod.
- Open the cape selection screen and choose a cape.
That’s it:
- No additional costs
- No account required
Controls
Open the Cape Selection Screen via:
- Keybind:
N - Button: Skin Customization tab
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Better Capes by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.2
1 loader build26.1.2
1 loader build26.1.1
1 loader build26.1
1 loader build1.21.11
1 loader build1.21.10
1 loader build1.21.9
1 loader build1.21.8
1 loader build1.21.7
1 loader build1.21.6
1 loader build1.21.5
1 loader build1.21.4
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 23 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
Better Capes versions and loaders
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+26.2.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+26.1.2.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+26.1.1.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+26.1.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+1.21.11.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+1.21.10.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+1.21.9.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+1.21.8.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+1.21.7.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+1.21.6.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+1.21.5.jar
30 Aug 2026
1.6.2
BetterCapes-1.6.2+1.21.4.jar
30 Aug 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.