
SearchingGUI
Add a searchbar (with custom texture) to all GUIs (configurable) | Client side mod
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About this Mod
This is a client mod that adds a search bar to all GUIs.
The search bars have a custom texture.
You can control the position of the bar and the texture used for each GUIs in config file.
You can use this mod in your modpacks without crediting me !
A search bar is automatically added to all GUIs (even those from other mods). You can disable the search bar individually, change the texture, or change the position of the search bar for each GUI.
There are maybe some bugs or conflicts with other mods.
Works with JEI, REI and EMI.
Each GUI is added to the config file once it has been opened in-game.
Configs Tutorial :
Hey! This is a quick guide on how to use the config system of the SearchingGUI mod.
- Where’s the config?
You'll find the config file here:
Modpack/config/searchinggui/config.json
Each GUI you open while using the mod gets automatically added in the config file.
- What can you change?
For each GUI, you can tweak:
offsetX and offsetY
moves the search bar around (also move the texture)
textureOffsetX and textureOffsetY
moves the background texture (can be useful with custom textures)
texture
choose "default", "default_detached", or a custom texture file like "mytexture.png", the custom texture has to be in Modpack/config/searchinggui/textures/gui/mytexture.png.
With custom texture you have to put the .png extension.
enable
true or false to toggle the search bar for this GUI
Example
"example_gui_id": {
"offsetX": 0,
"offsetY": -20,
"textureOffsetX": 0,
"textureOffsetY": 0,
"texture": "default_detached",
"enable": true
}
This shows the bar 20 pixels above its normal spot with a different background.
That’s it!
You don't need to reload resource packs or restart the game to apply modifications.
Available Versions
How to Install SearchingGUI 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 (1.21.5).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "SearchingGUI". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.3 (+3 more)
Server-side
✗ UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
SearchingGUI 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 (1.21.5). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is SearchingGUI compatible with forge and neoforge?
SearchingGUI officially supports forge, neoforge for Minecraft 1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.3. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with SearchingGUI – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if SearchingGUI 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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