Better Compass
Display a clean and comprehensive compass HUD instead of having to use the compass item or F3
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About this Mod
Better Compass
If you don't understand how to use minecraft's compass or if you can't find your way back after exploring the nether or after dying, this mod is for you!
🔎 Features
- Compass HUD: Display a compass HUD so you don't have to read the compass item's.
- Vanilla +: The compass hud can be set to only display when you have a compass in your hand or in your inventory.
- Automatic waypoints: Show the direction of your last death and the one of the nether portal you went in to get to the nether.
⚙️ Configuration
To edit the settings of the mod:
- Use Mod Menu
- Use commands
/BetterCompassConfig setting value - Edit the config file in
.minecraft/config/better-compass.json
📦 Modpack
Feel free to add this mod in your modpacks.
Available Versions
How to Install Better Compass 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 (1.21.11).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Better Compass". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.9 (+2 more)
Server-side
✗ UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Better Compass 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 (1.21.11). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Better Compass compatible with fabric and quilt?
Better Compass officially supports fabric, quilt for Minecraft 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.9. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Better Compass – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Better Compass 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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