
Auto Tools
The mod automatically selects the desired tool or sword, switching by button (by default-O)
About this Mod
AutoTool
AutoTool is a quality-of-life client-side mod that automatically selects the best tool or sword for your current action. Whether you're mining blocks or fighting mobs, AutoTool saves you time by instantly switching to the most effective item in your hotbar, so you never have to stop and change items manually.
Features
Automatic Tool Selection:
When you start breaking a block, AutoTool checks your hotbar and instantly switches to the most effective tool for that block (pickaxe, axe, shovel, etc.).
Automatic Sword Selection:
If you attack a mob or another player, AutoTool automatically switches to a sword, so you can deal maximum damage in combat.
Toggle Key:
You can easily enable or disable AutoTool with a hotkey (default: O). The key can be changed in the mod’s settings.
Visual Toggle Notification:
When you turn the mod on or off, a notification appears above the hotbar for a few seconds (instead of chat spam).
Multiplayer Friendly:
This is a client-side mod and works in both singleplayer and multiplayer. Other players don’t need to install it for you to use its features.
Language Support:
Includes English and Russian translations.
Lightweight:
No additional dependencies required except Forge. Works out-of-the-box and doesn't affect game performance.
How to use
Put the mod file into your mods folder.
Launch Minecraft with Forge.
In-game, use the default O key to toggle AutoTool on or off. You can change the hotkey in the control settings.
When enabled, just play as usual:
Start mining — the best tool is selected for you.
Start fighting — your sword is selected.
Compatibility
Mod Loader: Forge
Minecraft Version: 1.20.1 (works on both singleplayer and multiplayer)
Side: Client-side only
Available Versions
How to Install Auto Tools on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.20.6).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Auto Tools". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4 (+3 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Auto Tools server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge 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 (1.20.6). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Auto Tools compatible with forge?
Auto Tools officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Auto Tools – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Auto Tools 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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