Just a Backpack
Just adds a dyeable backpack without gimmicks.
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About this Mod
Just a Backpack
Just adds a dyeable backpack without gimmicks.
Open it by right-clicking or by pressing the Open Backpack keybind (default: B) to reveal 27 slots to keep your items in.
Please note that this mod makes Shulker Boxes mostly obsolete.
Crafting Recipe
Available Versions
How to Install Just a Backpack 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 "Just a Backpack". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Just a Backpack 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 Just a Backpack compatible with fabric?
Just a Backpack officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Just a Backpack – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Just a Backpack 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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