BetterF3
BetterF3 is a mod that replaces Minecraft's original debug HUD with a highly customizable, more human-readable HUD.
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About this Mod
BetterF3
BetterF3 is a mod that replaces Minecraft's original debug HUD with a highly customizable, more human-readable HUD. You can customize colors, position, add spacings, and more.
Dependencies
Fabric
- Optionally: ModMenu to access the options menu
- Included: Cloth Config to use F3 + M
Forge
- Highly Recommended: Cloth Config to use F3 + M
Features
Each line is part of a Module, you can:
- Change the colors of each module
- Change the position of each module
- Add and delete modules, as well as add spacings between them
- Disable individual lines of a module, or disable the whole module
- Add a shadow to the text rendered (Activated by default)
- Change the color of the background behind all lines
- Animations for opening/closing (with configurable speeds)
Translations
This mod has been translated into multiple languages. Add or update your own language on Crowdin
Development Builds
The latest builds can be found here.
Configuration
Downloading Cloth Config allows you to press F3 + M in game to edit the F3 menu.
Screenshots and Videos


Video by AntVenom
Video by Boodlyneck
Thanks to @Nirewen for the icon.
Post any issues on the GitHub Issues tab
Available Versions
How to Install BetterF3 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 (26.1.2).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "BetterF3". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1 (+41 more)
Server-side
✗ UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
BetterF3 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 (26.1.2). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is BetterF3 compatible with fabric and forge and neoforge and quilt?
BetterF3 officially supports fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt for Minecraft 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1. 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 BetterF3 – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if BetterF3 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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