How to install mods in Fabric for Minecraft

If you’ve been playing Minecraft for a while and are looking to change it up a bit, you’ve probably considered using a mod loader like Fabric. While this modding toolchain is gaining popularity, instructions for installing these mods are still relatively difficult to find.

If you find yourself in this situation, you are in the right place. In this article, we will see how to install cloth mods with TLauncher and Forge on your Mac or Windows PC.

How to Install Cloth Mods with Forge

If you are looking to install Fabric mods with Forge, we have bad news for you. Unfortunately, Fabric and Forge are two different and incompatible APIs. Additionally, mods from the two platforms also conflict, making it impossible to install Fabric mods with Forge.

It is also essential to remember that you cannot install both mod loaders at the same time. If you are using Forge and try to load mods for Fabric, they will not work.

If you’re having trouble deciding which one to install, it’s helpful to consider which one best suits your needs. Forge is designed specifically for use with Minecraft and is not compatible with other Java-based games. If you want to play other Java games, perhaps Fabric is a better option as it loads mods for Minecraft and other games. And although you can only use Fabric for modding purposes, it is compatible with all versions of Minecraft.

How to Install Fabric Mods in TLauncher

If you have the latest version of TLauncher and want to add Fabric mods to change your game, here’s how to do it:

1. Choose the version of the Fabric installer you want https://fabricmc.net/use/.
   
2. Download the JAR/Universal installer.
   
3. Once downloaded, run the installer.
   
4. In the installer window that opens, make sure you have the “Client” tab selected.
   
5. Choose the version of the game you want from the “Minecraft Version” drop-down menu. And the loader version from the corresponding menu.
   
6. In the “Installation Location” bar, enter the following: ‘C:\Users\yourusername\AppData\Roaming\.minecraft‘.
   Where it says “your username,” type your device’s username.
   
7. Check the “Create profile” box.
   
8. Click “Install.”
   
9. When the installation is complete, open TLauncher.
   
10. Navigate to the bottom of the screen. Click the drop-down menu and select “Fabric-Loader” from the options.
    

The Fabric installation is complete and you can start playing.

It is important to note that most modifications will also require the Fabric API to run, so you’ll need to download it and add the file to the “Mods” folder in your Minecraft directory. (C:\Users\yourusername\AppData\Roaming\.minecraft).

Next, you will need to download the mods you want to use. There are several places where you can find mods, one of the most reliable sources is cursed forge. This is how mods are installed in TLauncher:

1. Navigate to your Minecraft directory (C:\Users\yourusername\AppData\Roaming\.minecraft) and open the “Mods” folder. If you don’t have one, create one now.
   
2. Download the JAR file of the mods you want and save it in the “Mods” folder.
   
3. Open TLauncher and start the game using your Fabric profile.
   

How to install Fabric Mods on Mac

If you want to load Fabric mods on your Mac, you will need to install Fabric first. These are the steps to follow:

1. Download the Fabric installer from https://fabricmc.net/use/.
   
2. Once downloaded, open the Fabric installer and make sure you have the “Client” tab selected at the top.
   
3. Select the Minecraft version and loader version you want to install from the corresponding drop-down menus. (We suggest sticking with the latest version of the charger).
   
4. Make sure the installation location is set correctly. It should look similar to this: ~/Library/Application Support/Minecraft.
   
5. Make sure the “Create profile” box is selected.
   
6. Click the “Install” button and after the installation is complete, click “OK.”
   
7. Open your Minecraft launcher. Your new Fabric profile should be selected automatically. Now you can click “Play”.
   

Now that Fabric is installed, you can start installing the different mods you want to use. Here’s how to do it:

1. Download the mods you want to use from a platform like cursed forge.
   
2. When the mods have been downloaded, navigate to the Minecraft installation folder (it should look like this: ~/Library/Application Support/Minecraft) and locate the “Mods” folder.
   
3. If you don’t have a “Mods” folder, create one by clicking “New Folder” at the top of the window and then naming it “Mods.”
   
4. Open this “Mods” folder. Save the downloaded JAR files for your modifications in this folder.
   
5. You can now open your Minecraft launcher and start playing using your Fabric profile.
   

How to install Fabric Mods on Windows

Installing Fabric mods on your Windows PC is relatively simple, although you will need to install Fabric before you can use the mods:

1. Download the Fabric mod loader installer from https://fabricmc.net/use/.
   
2. Run the installation file on your computer. When the installer window opens, make sure you have the “Client” tab selected.
   
3. Choose the version of Minecraft you want to use and then choose the loader version from the corresponding menu.
   
4. Check that the “Installation Location” is set correctly. It should look like this on a Windows PC: C:/Users/(username)/AppData/Roaming/.minecraft.
   
5. Make sure you have checked the “Create profile” box.
   
6. Click “Install” and then “OK.”
   
7. Open your Minecraft launcher and your Fabric profile should already be selected. Click “Play” to start the game.
   

Now that Fabric is installed, it’s time to install the Fabric mods:

1. Browse the web (we suggest sites like cursed forge) and search for the mods you want and download them.
   
2. Locate your Minecraft installation folder on your PC. It should look like this: C:/Users/(username)/AppData/Roaming/.minecraft. From here, open the “Mods” folder.
   
3. If you don’t have a “Mods” folder, create one now.
   
4. Copy the JAR files of your downloaded mods to this folder.
   
5. Once completed, open your Minecraft launcher. Start the game in your Fabric profile.|
   

Cloth mods installed!

Installing Fabric mods on different platforms and clients may seem a little challenging at first, especially if installing mods is not something you have done before. If you follow the steps outlined in this guide, you will find the task a little easier. Soon you’ll be installing mods like a pro.

All you need to do now is determine what mods you want to add for an exciting new gaming experience.

Have you installed Fabric mods in TLauncher or Forge on a Mac or Windows PC? Did you use a set of instructions similar to those provided in this guide? Let us know by leaving us a note in the comments section below.