Item Name Variants
Simplify item names by grouping them into variants
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About this Mod
NOTE: This mod is packaged as part of Great Big World and was made a standalone mod so that players can enjoy it separately. Do not download both with the intent of using them together.
Item Name Variants
A simple mod that simplifies item names by grouping them into variants such as "Red", "Chiseled", or "Cooked".
This mod is free to use in modpacks with credit.
Available Versions
How to Install Item Name Variants 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 (26.1.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Item Name Variants". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
26.1.1, 26.1, 1.21.11 (+5 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Item Name Variants 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 (26.1.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Item Name Variants compatible with fabric?
Item Name Variants officially supports fabric for Minecraft 26.1.1, 26.1, 1.21.11. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Item Name Variants – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Item Name Variants 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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