Cave Survey
Advanced cave maps based on 3D path-finding
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About this Mod
Cave Survey
Cave Survey adds advanced cave maps to Minecraft. These maps use a 3D path-finding algorithm to deliver accurate maps even on slopes and complicated cave systems. This mod is powered by the Polymer library, so you aren't required to install any resource pack or client mod.
If you want to install this mod on a server, make sure to check the Installation Guide.
You can find information about the item interactions at the wiki.
Contact Me
You can contact me about the mod via GitHub issues or Discord. Please prioritize using GitHub for reporting bugs and problems and suggestions. Feel free to contact me in Discord if you have questions or suggestions.
Available Versions
How to Install Cave Survey 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 (1.20.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Cave Survey". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.4
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Cave Survey 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 (1.20.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Cave Survey compatible with fabric?
Cave Survey officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.4. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Cave Survey – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Cave Survey 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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