
BTETerraRenderer
Renders various external maps for the BuildTheEarth project.
About this Mod
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BTETerraRenderer
A map hologram rendering tool for the BuildTheEarth project.
Use this mod to easily map accurate road details and building tops.
Logo by vicrobex
Supported maps
- Global
- (And many others)
You can add other map services by adding/editing configuration files.
Visit the wiki page for more information.
How to use
- Download the latest version of the mod
- Put the mod in the
modsfolder- Open Minecraft Launcher and go to the
Installationstab - Find the installation profile, hover your mouse on it, and click the folder icon
- The
modsfolder is there
- Open Minecraft Launcher and go to the
- Run Minecraft
Controls
| Key | Description |
|---|---|
`(Backtick) |
Opens render settings UI |
R |
Toggles map rendering |
Y |
Moves map up along the Y-axis by 0.5 blocks |
I |
Moves map down along the Y-axis by 0.5 blocks |
Screenshots


Visit this wiki page for more information on how to add Google Earth as a map source.
Available Versions
How to Install BTETerraRenderer 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 (1.21.5).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "BTETerraRenderer". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.1 (+8 more)
Server-side
✗ UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
BTETerraRenderer 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 (1.21.5). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is BTETerraRenderer compatible with fabric and forge?
BTETerraRenderer officially supports fabric, forge for Minecraft 1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.1. 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 BTETerraRenderer – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if BTETerraRenderer 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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