
Client Side Formatting
Client Side Formatting is a simple mod that adds the ability to use client-side text formatting.
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About this Mod
Client Side Formatting is a simple mod that adds the ability to use client-side text formatting using the new $% prefix.
With it, you can conveniently create colorful and stylized text without affecting other players and without the need for commands or additional permissions. All changes are made locally, so you see the formatted text exactly as you want.
Features
- Chat message formatting.
- Book editing support.
- Item name formatting in the anvil.
- Text support on signs.
- Completely client-side.
- Lightweight and easy to use.
How to use?
Simply add the $% prefix before the formatting codes. The mod will automatically process them and display the appropriately formatted text.
Examples:



Client Side Formatting allows you to customize how text is displayed in-game while maintaining full server compatibility because it doesn't require server-side installation.
Available Versions
How to Install Client Side Formatting on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.12.2).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Client Side Formatting". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.12.2
Server-side
✗ UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Client Side Formatting server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge 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 (1.12.2). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Client Side Formatting compatible with forge?
Client Side Formatting officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.12.2. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Client Side Formatting – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Client Side Formatting 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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