
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Smooth Hover
Smooth hover animation for GUI elements like buttons and inventory.
Quick answer
Which Smooth Hover release should I use?
Smooth Hover 1.5 targets 26.3 with NeoForge. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. All 2 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is Smooth Hover 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 Smooth Hover 1.5 need?
1.5. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
Install Cloth Config API, Architectury 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 Smooth Hover without breaking your instance.
Built for Smooth Hover 1.5. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
- 01
Stick to this file
Use 1.5. It targets 26.3 with NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 02
Bring the mods it needs
Install Cloth Config API, Architectury 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 1.5. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Smooth Hover add?

Have you ever wondered why Minecraft doesn't have smooth animations for buttons and other ui elements? Well, this mod is for you! Enhance your gameplay experience with smooth animations for Minecraft's UI components!
Features
Smooth hover animation for all buttons!

Resource pack used above is Unique Dark but mod doesn't need one, as well as additional support from other mod/resource pack devs.
Smooth fade-in-out for inventory slots!
- Option to toggle slots display mode
- Option to change transition speed
- Option to change color
- Option to change opacity
- Option to change trash slot hover color (26.x+)
- Smooth animations for world/server selections (26.x+)

Highly optimized
Each feature has almost no impact on performance!
Recommended mods
I also highly encourage you to try these mods, if you liked mine:
Compatibility
This mod should work with every other mod out there! If you would like me to add some features - feel free to dm me on our discord server!
Usage in modpacks
Feel free to use this mod in any Modrinth and Curseforge modpack, but you cannot use it in any modpack that is hidden behind a paywall, e.g. Patreon without my permission.
Я запрещаю вам использовать данный мод в своих сборках, доступ к которым предоставляется через Patreon, Boosty или иные средства, предусматривающие получение, для загрузки мода и/или сборки, включающей данный мод, вознаграждения/оплаты без моего прямого разрешения.
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Smooth Hover by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.3
2 loader builds26.2
2 loader builds26.1.2
2 loader builds26.1.1
2 loader builds26.1
2 loader builds1.21.11
2 loader builds1.21.10
2 loader builds1.21.9
2 loader builds1.21.8
2 loader builds1.21.7
2 loader builds1.21.6
2 loader builds1.21.5
2 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
Smooth Hover versions and loaders
1.5
smooth-hover-neoforge-1.5.jar
23 Sept 2026
1.5
smooth-hover-fabric-1.5.jar
23 Sept 2026
1.4
smooth-hover-fabric-1.4.jar
14 Aug 2026
1.4
smooth-hover-neoforge-1.4.jar
14 Aug 2026
1.3
smooth-hover-neoforge-1.3.jar
14 Aug 2026
1.3
smooth-hover-fabric-1.3.jar
14 Aug 2026
1.3
smooth-hover-fabric-1.3.jar
14 Aug 2026
1.3
smooth-hover-neoforge-1.3.jar
14 Aug 2026
1.3
smooth-hover-fabric-1.3.jar
14 Aug 2026
1.3
smooth-hover-neoforge-1.3.jar
14 Aug 2026
1.2
smooth-hover-neoforge-1.2.jar
6 Jul 2026
1.2
smooth-hover-fabric-1.2.jar
6 Jul 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.