Tool Trims

Tool Trims

Now in beta for v3.0, with Spear trims and a better way of trimming with the vanilla Smithing Table. There are almost 2000 trim combinations!

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Tool Trims v3.0
Combinations
Structures
Recipes
Advancements

About this Mod



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This data pack allows you to trim weapons and tools. There are in total 46 tools that you can trim!

Note

The "Data & Resource Pack" versions have to be loaded both as a data pack and as a resource pack. Alternatively, you can just use the "For Modloaders" versions as a mod.


Trimming a Tool

To trim a tool, there are 4 new smithing templates that you can use. And, just like other templates, they can also be found on strutures and duplicated using a Crafting Table:

Smithing Template Duplicated With Structure Chance (per chest)
linear Linear Terracotta Trail Ruins / Mineshaft 7.6% / 5.6%
tracks Tracks Cooblestone Pillager Outpost / Mansion 37.5% / 50%
charge Charge Cobbled Deepslate Ancient City 5%
frost Frost Snow Block Igloo 40%

After you've found one of them, you can use it at a Smithing Table with one of the 11 ingots and crystals. Here's how the trim patterns look:

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Advancements and other features

Advancements

There are also advancements you can get by trimming tools:

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For Creative Mode

You can find the new smithing templates in the creative menu, they're in the same tab as the vanilla ones but they can also found by searching for "Tool Trims" or their pattern name. However, if you're on 1.21.1, you will have to use the command /function tooltrims:get_trims instead.

Language Support

This data pack is translated in 8 languages:

  • Deutsch
  • Español
  • Français
  • Português
  • Polski
  • Русский
  • Українська
  • 日本語
Features in versions 2.x

Toolsmithing Table

For versions 2.x of the data pack, you'll need to use a Toolsmithing table instead of the vanilla Smithing Table. It can be crafted using 2 copper ingots and 4 wood planks.

toolsmithing_table_recipe

Other than trimming tools, Toolsmithing Tables are also used to duplicate the new smithing templates.

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For creative mode

The new Smithing Templates and the Toolsmithing Table won't appear in the creative menu unless you enable the option "Operator Items Tab" in Controls. Alternatively, you could use the command "/function tooltrims:custom_items". It will place a chest with custom items this data pack offers, the 4 tool trim smithing templates and the Toolsmithing Table.

Commands

  • /function tooltrims:custom_items - This command places a chest with all the tool trim smithing templates and the toolsmithing table
  • /function tooltrims:load - This command lets you reload only the Tool Trims Data Pack, it can be useful if it isn't working as expected.
  • /trigger update_item - If you used an old version of this Data Pack, this command lets you update your old trimmed tool by holding it on your main hand. (removed in v2.3.1, items update automatically after this version)

FAQ

Can I use this data pack in my modpack/server?

Yes, you can use it in your Modrinth modpack or server. If your server is public, you have to credit me somewhere in the server or website of the server.

Can I make posts/videos using this data pack on social medias?

Yes, as long as you credit me and/or include a direct link to this page. Keep in mind that you cannot redistribute modified or unmodified versions of this data pack.

Credits

Contributors

  • BlueSheep (Trimmable Tridents)

Translators

  • BlueSheep (Japanese)
  • ESSENTIALS_GAMES (Polish)
  • RandomKuchen (German)
  • Slimy (Ukrainian and Russian)
  • hellreign (Russian)

Special Thanks


Tool Trims Alternatives

These are alternative versions of Tool Trims which were specifically made for mod loaders or servers. (Thanks to ThePotatoArchivist and SidewaysSky)


Available Versions

Data & Resource Pack v2.3.4release
MC 1.21.5, 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8, 1.21.9, 1.21.10datapack
October 5, 2025
For Modloaders v2.3.4release
MC 1.21.5, 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8, 1.21.9, 1.21.10fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt
October 5, 2025
Data & Resource Pack v2.3.3release
MC 1.21.5, 1.21.6datapack
June 20, 2025
For Modloaders v2.3.3release
MC 1.21.5, 1.21.6fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt
June 20, 2025
Data & Resource Pack v2.3.2release
MC 1.21.5datapack
April 16, 2025

How to Install Tool Trims on Your Server

1

Order Server

Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).

2

Set datapack Loader

In the panel under "Egg", select the datapack loader and matching Minecraft version (26.2).

3

Install Mod

Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Tool Trims". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.

Compatibility

Mod Loaders

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Minecraft Versions

26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1 (+30 more)

Server-side

Required

Recommended RAM

4 GB(min. 3 GB)

Frequently Asked Questions

Tool Trims server crashes on startup – what to do?

Most common cause: wrong datapack version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (26.2). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.

Is Tool Trims compatible with datapack and fabric and forge and minecraft and neoforge and quilt?

Tool Trims officially supports datapack, fabric, forge, minecraft, neoforge, quilt for Minecraft 26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1. Note: Forge and Fabric mods are NOT cross-compatible – pick one loader and stick with it. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.

Server lagging with Tool Trims – how to optimize performance?

Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Tool Trims consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.

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Supported Versions

26.226.1.226.1.126.11.21.111.21.101.21.91.21.81.21.71.21.6+23 more