Functional Paths
Makes paths actually worthwhile to make, giving a speed boost when you walk on them plus configurable blocks.
About this Mod
This mod makes it so paths & path adjacent blocks (like gravel and coarse dirt) will give the player a speed boost when waking on them.
This mod can be used with Mod Menu & Cloth Config API in order to add UI configuration.
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Json Config Guide:
{
"enabled": true,
"blockSpeeds": {
"minecraft:coarse_dirt": 1.1,
"minecraft:gravel": 1.2,
"minecraft:dirt_path": 1.3
}
}
If you aren't using Mod Menu, you can configure this using the .json file.
It's pretty self explanatory, you put the block ID in quotes, tell the game what modifier you want the speed to be, and you're done.
When adding a new line make sure to add a comma, but on the last block you add do not add a comma at the end.
Ingame editing:
You will see 3 base blocks with their modifiers, that being dirt paths, gravel, and coarse dirt.
You can add custom blocks by pressing the insert new button on the lowest line, then in the empty spot below it you can enter what blocks you want.
The format goes as the following example: minecraft:stone=1.15, minecraft:moss_block=1.25
Available Versions
How to Install Functional Paths 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 (1.20.6).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Functional Paths". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4 (+3 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Functional Paths 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 (1.20.6). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Functional Paths compatible with fabric?
Functional Paths officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Functional Paths – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Functional Paths 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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