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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Mech Trowel

A Trowel+ that randomizes / shuffle blocks with multiple customizable palettes. Includes building wand functionality. Works with Create /Copycats+ & FramedBlocks

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Quick answer

Which Mech Trowel release should I use?

Updated 2 months ago
Latest stable file 1.3.2.1
Game version 1.21.1
Loader NeoForge

Mech Trowel 1.3.2.1 targets 1.21.1 with 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 Mech Trowel 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 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 Mech Trowel 1.3.2.1 need?

1.3.2.1. 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 Mech Trowel without breaking your instance.

Built for Mech Trowel 1.3.2.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.3.2.1. It targets 1.21.1 with 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 1.3.2.1. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Mech Trowel add?

Mech Trowel

A easy to use trowel to randomize which blocks to place, but with many advance options if you want it.

What it does

It's got 3 modes you can switch between with R:

  • Quick - Just places random blocks from your hotbar (like other trowel/shuffle mods)
  • Palette - Uses custom palettes you make with percentage for each block
  • Wand - Places multiple connected blocks at once (needs an upgrade item or change config)

Main Features

Palettes - You can make up to 25 palettes with 28 blocks each. Set percentages for how often each block gets placed. Hold ALT to quickly switch between them.

Gradients - You can blend between multiple palettes to create smooth transitions. Has a GUI where you can set it up with different sections and blend modes. Works great with wand mode.

Rotation Settings - Lock blocks to face certain directions, control how stairs and slabs get placed.

Replace Mode - Replaces blocks instead of just placing on empty spaces. You can configure which blocks it's allowed to replace in the config or just disable replace mode entirely.

Wand Mode - Like other building wand mods but uses your palette blocks. Can place up to 64 blocks at once (or 128 with the upgrade). Has undo for the last 3 actions. Offhand can be used to change where blocks should be placed (Like on a grassblock instead of other palette blocks, work with replace too).

Other stuff

  • Works with Create and Copycats+ blocks - you can set the material and properties
  • Works with FramedBlocks - you can set the material
  • JEI, Curios and backpack mods support
  • Finds blocks in shulker boxes and Sophisticated Backpacks
  • Preview wireframes so you can see where blocks will go, and how far along the gradient you are
  • Bunch of config options if you want to tweak things
  • Chipped Auto-converstion upgrade that allows to use the base block from inventory/backpacks if the chipped variant isnt available in inventory/backpacks.
  • AE2 upgrade, allowing you to use blocks from your ME system

Controls

G opens the palette GUI, R switches trowel modes, ALT for quick palette menu.

I have made a seperate mod to make it work with deployers and rollers on trains and contraptions, so this mod dont need required dependencies: https://modrinth.com/mod/create-randomize-filters

Project description from Modrinth.

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