Recipe Commands Mod (1.21.8, 1.20.1) – View Crafting Recipes with Chat Commands in Minecraft

Q: How do I use the command to look up recipes?

Type /recipes diamond_sword or /rec diamond_sword in chat to see the full recipe. Use tab-completion to help find item names.

Recipe Commands Mod (1.21.8, 1.20.1) is a simple yet powerful utility mod designed to enhance your crafting experience by letting you view recipes directly through chat. Instead of opening external guides, searching on websites, or relying on recipe books, you can now instantly see the crafting pattern of any item using intuitive in-game commands.

Whether you’re crafting for the first time or just need a quick reminder of an old recipe, this mod helps streamline the process for both survival and creative players alike.

Features:

View Recipes with Chat Commands
Use /recipes <item> or the shorter alias /rec <item> to view the full crafting recipe of any item.
Supports Auto-Complete
Typing the command will trigger tab-completion, so you can quickly find exact item IDs without memorizing them.
Minimalist and Non-Intrusive
This mod doesn’t modify crafting mechanics. It only displays recipes when requested ideal for vanilla-style gameplay.
Underscore Notation
Empty crafting slots in the recipe are displayed using underscores (_) for clarity and formatting.
Supports All Recipe Types
It works with crafting table recipes, smelting, and even data pack–added items, making it highly versatile.

Screenshots:

Crafting Recipes:

We recommend installing Just Enough Items (for Forge-based mods) or Roughly Enough Items (for mods using the Fabric modloader) to view all available recipes in this mod.

Requires:

Minecraft Forge or Fabric API

Collective Library

How to install:

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Why use Recipe Commands Mod?

Crafting in Minecraft often involves switching between your game and recipe wikis or relying on mods like JEI. Recipe Commands Mod simplifies this by letting you stay immersed in the game while still accessing recipes in real time. This is especially useful in multiplayer, hardcore survival, or when running lightweight modpacks without GUIs.

For servers, it’s a great alternative to graphical recipe viewers, offering a clean, command-line solution without altering the game balance.

FAQs

How do I use the command to look up recipes?

Type /recipes diamond_sword or /rec diamond_sword in chat to see the full recipe. Use tab-completion to help find item names.

Can it show modded or data pack recipes?

Yes, it supports all registered recipes, including those from other mods and data packs, as long as they are loaded correctly in-game.

Does it work on servers?

Yes, but the mod needs to be installed on the server and client if required by the loader. In some setups, it can function client-side only for recipe viewing.

Is it compatible with JEI or REI?

Yes, it works alongside other recipe mods. However, Recipe Commands offers a chat-based alternative for users who prefer minimal UI.

Does it interfere with gameplay or crafting mechanics?

No. It’s a utility mod that only displays crafting recipes it doesn’t change how crafting works or add any new items.