
File Copier
File Copier allows you to copy specific files into any new world that is made. So you can copy data packs or custom NPCs with the custom NPC mod as an example.
About this Mod
📁 File Copier Mod
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A modern continuation of the Copy-Paste / Copied mods for automatic world data syncing.
📜 Overview
A Minecraft mod for Fabric and NeoForge that copies files from config/copy/ into newly created worlds.
Features
- Automatic File Copying: Copies any files from
config/copy/into new worlds - Datapack Injection: Datapacks in
config/copy/datapacks/are loaded before world generation, allowing terrain-modifying datapacks to affect the spawn area - Hash-based Updates: Only copies files when they've changed (uses MD5 hashing)
- Configurable: Option to copy to existing worlds or only new ones
Folder Structure
config/
├── copy/
│ ├── datapacks/ <- Datapacks loaded BEFORE world generation
│ │ ├── my_datapack/ <- Affects terrain generation at spawn!
│ │ │ ├── pack.mcmeta
│ │ │ └── data/
│ │ └── another.zip <- Zip files supported
│ │
│ └── (other files) <- Copied into world folder after creation
│
└── file_copier.properties <- Configuration file
How It Works
Terrain-Modifying Datapacks
Datapacks placed in config/copy/datapacks/ are injected into Minecraft's pack repository system via Mixin before world generation begins. This means:
- Custom biomes will generate at spawn
- Custom structures will appear in the initial terrain
- Worldgen features work from the very first chunks
Other Files
Files placed directly in config/copy/ (not in the datapacks subfolder) are copied into the world folder after world creation, using the same relative path structure. This is fantastic for modpack devs who want to include customnpc data or schematics that will automagicaly copy into any world the user / server creates.
Configuration
Edit config/file_copier.properties:
# Set to false to only copy files into new worlds
copyExisting=true
💬 Credits
Huge thanks to the original creators of the Copy-Paste for the inspiration:
Girafi (Copy-Paste)
JoshieJack (Copy-Paste)
Petey (Copied fork)
And to the entire modding community for modern tooling support.
This project exists to keep the utility alive for current modpack creators. ❤️
Available Versions
How to Install File Copier 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 (1.21.11).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "File Copier". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.9 (+9 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
File Copier 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 (1.21.11). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is File Copier compatible with fabric and forge and neoforge?
File Copier officially supports fabric, forge, neoforge for Minecraft 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.9. 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 File Copier – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if File Copier 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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