Cloth Config API (1.21.8, 1.20.1) – Required Library for Mod Configuration Screens

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Cloth Config API (1.21.8, 1.20.1) is a lightweight and essential client-side library mod that provides a user-friendly configuration screen for other mods. It does not add any new items, blocks, or features directly to the game instead, it functions as a backend tool to enable smooth mod settings integration within the Minecraft interface.

If a mod depends on Cloth Config, you must install it alongside that mod for it to run correctly. Many popular Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge mods rely on this API to offer their config GUIs in-game, making it easier for players to tweak options without editing text files manually.

Cloth Config API

Features:

  • In-Game Mod Configuration Screens
    Provides developers with an easy-to-implement GUI framework for their mods’ configuration options.
  • Client-Side Only
    Cloth Config API is not required on servers unless server-side configuration is explicitly needed by a dependent mod.
  • Cross-Mod Compatibility
    Works seamlessly with Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge mod loaders.
  • Streamlined Modding Support
    Helps mod developers add sliders, checkboxes, dropdowns, and other settings widgets with minimal effort.
  • Does Not Alter Gameplay
    No content, mechanics, or visuals are introduced by this mod it is strictly a dependency library.
Cloth Config API setting

Requires:

Minecraft Forge or Fabric API or NeoForge Installer

How to install:

How To Download & Install Mods with Minecraft Forge

How To Download & Install Fabric Mods

Why use Cloth Config API?

If you’re a mod developer, Cloth Config saves you time by providing a ready-made, customizable settings UI framework. For players, this API enables mods to offer clean, in-game config menus so you can fine-tune gameplay options without digging into config files.

Many widely used mods (like Mod Menu, Sodium Extra, or Inventory HUD+) require Cloth Config API to display their settings screens. If you’re seeing an error about a missing dependency or can’t access a mod’s settings in-game, installing Cloth Config usually solves the problem.

FAQs

Do I need Cloth Config if I don’t use any other mods?

No. Cloth Config is a support mod. Only install it if another mod lists it as a requirement.

Does Cloth Config affect gameplay?

No, it only provides configuration menus. It doesn’t add new content or change how the game works.

Is Cloth Config client-side or server-side?

It is primarily a client-side mod. You typically don’t need it on servers unless the mod using it explicitly requires server-side configs.

Which mods use Cloth Config?

Many popular mods such as Mod Menu, REI (Roughly Enough Items), and Sodium Extra depend on Cloth Config to provide their in-game settings screens.

What happens if I don’t install it?

Mods that rely on Cloth Config may crash or not allow access to their configuration screens if this API is missing.

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