Recursive Resources Mod (1.21.7, 1.20.1) – Organize Your Minecraft Packs

If you’re someone who installs dozens of resource packs or frequently switches between custom visuals, Recursive Resources Mod (1.21.7, 1.20.1) is designed to revolutionize your experience. This client-side utility mod overhauls the default Minecraft resource pack menu, providing a more structured, user-friendly interface that scales with your needs. Instead of endlessly scrolling through a cluttered list, you can now categorize and manage packs with ease using folders, custom icons, and profile presets.

Ideal for modded players, content creators, or anyone who loves tweaking their visual style, Recursive Resources gives you power-user features right inside the vanilla interface. You can browse packs in either flat or folder view, reorder them more efficiently, and even pseudo-symlink resource packs across different locations. Whether you want lightweight optimization or full-blown aesthetic transformations, this mod brings clarity and speed to the way you handle your Minecraft visuals.

Features:

Folder Organization – Group resource packs into folders for better structure and ease of access.
Custom Folder Options – Add custom icons, rename folders, and adjust pack order.
Enable Profiles – Activate entire groups of resource packs at once like a preset.
View Modes – Switch between traditional flat view or navigate folders individually.
Pseudo-Symlinking – Simulate symlink functionality for more flexible pack handling.
Lightweight and Client-side Only – Works seamlessly without affecting server performance.
Drag-and-Drop UI Enhancements – Improved UX for adding/removing packs from the active list.

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Why use Recursive Resources Mod?

Minecraft’s default resource pack interface is simple—but also limiting, especially for players with large mod or texture libraries. Recursive Resources Mod removes that limitation by giving you total control over organization and presentation. You can create themed folders (like medieval, sci-fi, or cartoon packs), apply profiles for different gameplay styles, and even configure UI elements to your liking.

Whether you’re a casual player who just wants a neater UI or a hardcore texture pack tester managing dozens of variations, this mod can save hours of time and frustration. With a highly configurable layout, elegant visuals, and powerful folder-based logic, it’s the ultimate utility for any resource pack enthusiast.

FAQs

Is Recursive Resources Mod compatible with Fabric and Forge?

It is compatible with Fabric only. A Forge version is not officially available.

Can I use this mod on servers?

No. This is a client-side mod only and will not work or have any effect on a server.

Does it support resource packs from external directories?

Yes, using pseudo-symlinks, you can simulate support for packs located outside the default resourcepacks folder.

Will it break other resource pack mods like OptiFine?

No, it is designed to work alongside OptiFine or other client mods without conflict, as long as those mods do not modify the same UI screen.

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.