BetterTime
Make the Minecraft's time system better.
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About this Mod
BetterTime is a powerful Minecraft Forge mod designed for players who want precise control and display of in-game time. Key features include:
- Accurate Time Query and Setting: Use simple commands to query or set the game time, easily managing day and night cycles.
- Immersive Calendar Experience: Displays a day title with sound effects at the start of each new day.
- Customizable HUD Time Display: Shows the game time in real-time, with customizable position and color via configuration files.
- Replacement of Vanilla Time Commands: Replaces vanilla time commands, making time management more intuitive and convenient.
- Custom Configuration: Offers several configuration options.
Available Versions
How to Install BetterTime 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 (1.21.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "BetterTime". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.4 (+3 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
BetterTime 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 (1.21.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is BetterTime compatible with fabric and forge and neoforge?
BetterTime officially supports fabric, forge, neoforge for Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.4. 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 BetterTime – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if BetterTime 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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