Better Background
Custom sized backgrounds to replace the dirt!
About this Mod
better-background
Allows for non-square, non-small background images to replace the dirt screens.
Licencing
The tater wall used in the example pack is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License as indicated here
Available Versions
How to Install Better Background on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set fabric Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (1.16.5).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Better Background". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.16.5
Server-side
✗ UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Better Background server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong fabric 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 (1.16.5). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Better Background compatible with fabric?
Better Background officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.16.5. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Better Background – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Better Background 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.
Rent Modded Server
Install Better Background with just one click on your server.