
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Area Hints
A mod that displays the domain name which could be written by players when you enters an area
Quick answer
Which Area Hints release should I use?
Area Hints 4.8.0 targets 1.20.4 with Fabric, Quilt. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. All 1 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is Area Hints 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 Area Hints 4.8.0 need?
4.8.0. 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 Area Hints without breaking your instance.
Built for Area Hints 4.8.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 4.8.0. It targets 1.20.4 with Fabric, Quilt; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install Fabric API 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 4.8.0. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Area Hints add?
🏷️ Area Hints Mod
Add immersive area name popups to your Minecraft world!
When entering custom regions, elegant area titles appear at the top of your screen. Supports multi-level nesting, dimension default names, and easy creation tools—making exploration feel truly meaningful.
📖 Overview
Areas Hint allows players to define regions (called “domains”) using polygons and display custom names upon entry. All calculations are handled client-side with multithreaded optimization, placing almost zero load on the server. Say goodbye to complex commands and use intuitive tools to mark your world with ease.
✨ Features
- Player Customization: Freely name regions, define boundaries and height.
- High Performance: Zero server load, with client-side optimization and multithreading.
- Automatic Area Titles: Enter places like “Elven Forest” or “Dark Castle” and see smooth title animations appear on screen.
- Multi-level Regions: Supports nested regions (e.g., “Kingdom” → “Throne Room”) with elegant transitions or combined displays.
- Dimension Default Names: Displays the dimension name (e.g., “Wilderness Continent”) when outside all regions.
- Easy Creation Tool: Use
/areahint easyaddfor an interactive setup—just walk and click to create areas. - Fully Customizable: Modify names, colors, heights, split or merge regions anytime.
- Beautiful & Smooth UI: RPG-style title display (inspired by Genshin Impact), with adjustable styles and smooth animations.
- No Claim Restrictions: Mark any place freely—explore without limits.
🎯 Why Choose Areas Hint?
- Player-Friendly: No admin permissions required for creating area markers.
- Optimized Performance: Client-side processing keeps multiplayer smooth.
- Plug and Play: Install and start marking areas with simple commands.
- Highly Compatible: Works seamlessly with minimaps, shaders, and optimization mods.
🛠️ Features Overview
- Polygon-based region definition with multi-level domains (top-level / subdomains).
- Ray-casting detection to determine player position.
- Multiple rendering methods (CPU, OpenGL, Vulkan).
- Rich subtitle style customization.
- Full command system for configuration and management.
- Interactive domain creation tool EasyAdd, designed for ease of use.
📋 Command System
Basic Commands
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint help |
Show all commands and usage | Everyone |
/areahint reload |
Reload configuration and area files | Admin |
/areahint on |
Enable client-side area hints | Everyone |
/areahint off |
Disable client-side area hints | Everyone |
Area Viewing & Management
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint check |
List all joint areas | Everyone |
/areahint check <joint area> |
View details of a specific joint area | Everyone |
/areahint delete |
Start interactive area deletion | Everyone (usually only for areas you can operate) |
/areahint tcp [area] |
Teleport to a safe location near the area's center | Teleport permission |
/areahint udp [area] |
Teleport to a random safe location inside the area | Teleport permission |
/areahint settp [command prefix] |
Set the command prefix used for teleporting, e.g., tp or minecraft:tp |
Teleport settings permission |
Area Creation & Editing
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint add <JSON> |
Add an area via JSON (kept for compatibility; easyadd recommended) |
Admin |
/areahint easyadd |
Start interactive area addition | Everyone |
/areahint addarea |
Full alias for easyadd, supports the same interactive subcommands |
Everyone |
/areahint rename |
Start interactive area renaming | Everyone |
/areahint addsignature |
Add an extended signature to an area | Admin or signature operators |
/areahint deletesignature |
Delete an area's extended signature | Admin or signature operators |
Area Geometry Editing
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint expandarea |
Select an area from a list to expand | Everyone |
/areahint expandarea <area> |
Directly specify an area to expand (recommended) | Everyone |
/areahint shrinkarea |
Select an area from a list to shrink | Everyone |
/areahint shrinkarea <area> |
Directly specify an area to shrink (recommended) | Everyone |
/areahint dividearea |
Start interactive area division | Everyone |
Single Vertex Editing
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint addhint |
Start interactive vertex addition | Everyone |
/areahint deletehint |
Start interactive vertex deletion | Everyone |
Style & Display Settings
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint recolor |
Start interactive area recoloring | Everyone |
/areahint sethigh |
Start interactive area height setting | Everyone |
/areahint hintrender |
View current rendering mode | Everyone |
/areahint hintrender <cpu|opengl|vulkan> |
Set rendering mode | Everyone |
/areahint titlestyle |
Start interactive area title style selection | Everyone |
/areahint titlesize |
Start interactive area title size selection | Everyone |
/areahint addsubtitle |
Add or replace the area subtitle | Admin or signature operators |
/areahint replacesubtitle |
Alias for addsubtitle with replace semantics |
Admin or signature operators |
/areahint deletesubtitle |
Delete the area subtitle | Admin or signature operators |
/areahint replacesubtitlecolor |
Change the area subtitle color | Admin or signature operators |
/areahint replacesubtitlesize |
Change subtitle size for this client | Everyone |
/areahint frequency |
Show current detection frequency | Everyone |
/areahint frequency <1-60> |
Set detection frequency (supports decimals) | Everyone |
Description System
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint adddescription |
Add a normal area description | Admin or signature operators |
/areahint replacedescription |
Replace a normal area description | Admin or signature operators |
/areahint deletedescription |
Delete a normal area description (only deletes the description file) | Admin or signature operators |
/areahint adddimensionalitydescription |
Add a dimension area description | Admin or dimension area signers |
/areahint replacedimensionalitydescription |
Replace a dimension area description | Admin or dimension area signers |
/areahint deletedimensionalitydescription |
Delete a dimension area description (only deletes the description file) | Admin or dimension area signers |
Dimension Area Management
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint dimensionalityname |
Start interactive dimension area name management | Depends on server configuration |
/areahint dimensionalitycolor |
Start interactive dimension area color management | Depends on server configuration |
/areahint firstdimname <name> |
Set the dimension area name when entering a new unnamed dimension for the first time | Everyone |
/areahint firstdimname_skip |
Skip the first-time dimension area name setting | Everyone |
Other Features
| Command | Description | Common Permission |
|---|---|---|
/areahint replacebutton |
Start interactive key binding replacement | Everyone |
/areahint boundviz |
Toggle boundary visualization | Everyone |
/areahint language |
Start interactive language selection | Everyone |
/areahint debug |
Toggle debug mode | Admin |
/areahint debug on |
Enable debug mode | Admin |
/areahint debug off |
Disable debug mode | Admin |
/areahint debug status |
View debug status | Admin |
/areahint serverlanguage <language code> |
Set server-side log language | Console / High permission |
🏰 Use Cases
- RPG Servers: Name towns, dungeons, and wilderness areas to enhance immersion.
- Adventure Maps: Add story-driven area titles or hidden location names.
- Building Servers: Label large builds with names or authors.
- Singleplayer Worlds: Mark your base, farms, mines—create your own journey log.
✅ Compatibility
Areas Hint is fully compatible with the following mods (tested):
(Keep your original compatibility list as-is, since mod names remain unchanged.)
🌟 Final Words
Areas Hint is more than just a mod—it’s the “place naming system” of your Minecraft world. It makes every journey feel meaningful and immersive. Whether you're building an epic RPG server or documenting your personal creations, it adds a whole new layer of experience.
Try it now and give your world its own identity!
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Area Hints by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.11
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 build1.21.3
1 loader build1.21.2
1 loader build1.21.1
1 loader build1.21
2 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 20 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
Area Hints versions and loaders
4.8.0
areas-hint-fabric-1.20.4-4.8.0.jar
10 Nov 2026
4.7.0
areas-hint-fabric-1.20.4-4.7.0.jar
30 Oct 2026
4.6.0
areas-hint-fabric-1.20.4-4.6.0.jar
22 Oct 2026
4.5.5
areas-hint-4.5.5.jar
18 Jul 2026
4.5.1
areas-hint-4.5.1.jar
9 Jul 2026
4.4.5
areas-hint-4.4.5.jar
24 May 2026
4.2.0
areas-hint-4.2.0.jar
22 Apr 2026
4.1.0
areas-hint-4.1.0.jar
12 Apr 2026
fix-4.0.0-1.19
areas-hint-fix-4.0.0-1.19.jar
17 Mar 2026
fix-4.0.0-1.21.11
areas-hint-fix-4.0.0-1.21.11.jar
13 Mar 2026
fix-4.0.0-1.21.9
areas-hint-fix-4.0.0-1.21.9.jar
12 Mar 2026
fix-4.0.0-1.21.6
areas-hint-fix-4.0.0-1.21.6.jar
10 Mar 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.