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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Chest Preview

Animated in-world container contents preview

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Quick answer

Which Chest Preview release should I use?

Updated today
Latest stable file 1.0.0
Game version 26.2
Loader Forge

Chest Preview 1.0.0 targets 26.2 with Forge. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Chest Preview required on the client, server, or both?

It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.

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

This file is marked client-only.

What else does Chest Preview 1.0.0 need?

1.0.0. 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 Chest Preview without breaking your instance.

Built for Chest Preview 1.0.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.0.0. It targets 26.2 with Forge; 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

    It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.0.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Chest Preview add?

Preview container contents with a dynamic in-world overlay

Chest Preview is a client-side mod that lets you quickly inspect chests and other containers without opening an inventory screen.

Demo
The overlay appears directly in the world, updates in real time, and features smooth animations and customization options.

Supported containers

  • Chest
  • Barrel
  • Shulker Box
  • Furnace
  • Blast Furnace
  • Smoker
  • Hopper
  • Crafter
  • Dispenser
  • Dropper

Multiplayer support

The mod works on multiplayer servers and does not require server-side installation.

When previewing a chest, other players may briefly see its opening animation or hear the interaction sound. Chest Preview hides these effects locally to provide a smoother experience.

Known limitations

  • Some resource packs that replace container GUI textures may display incorrectly.
  • Compatibility issues may occur with mods that significantly change container interactions.

Found a bug or have a suggestion? Contact me on Discord.

Project description from Modrinth.

Pick your setup

Chest Preview by Minecraft version and loader

Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.

29 available setups

Showing the newest 12 of 15 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

Chest Preview versions and loaders

29 of 29 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.