How do you text in Minecraft in Java?

Answered by Tom Adger

In Minecraft Java Edition, you can format your text using the section sign (§) followed by a character. This allows you to switch colors and add special formatting to your messages. However, it’s important to note that the use of the section sign is limited to certain server configurations, as it may be disabled by server administrators.

To use the section sign, simply type § followed by a character or code. For example, typing §a will switch the text color to green. Here are some commonly used codes:

– §0: Black
– §1: Dark blue
– §2: Dark green
– §3: Dark aqua
– §4: Dark red
– §5: Dark purple
– §6: Gold
– §7: Gray
– §8: Dark gray
– §9: Blue
– §a: Green
– §b: Aqua
– §c: Red
– §d: Light purple
– §e: Yellow
– §f: White

You can also combine colors with other formatting codes. For example, §l makes the text bold, §o makes it italic, and §n makes it underlined. Here’s an example of how you can use multiple formatting codes together:

§4§lD§co§2n§ba§3l§e§n§f§lt §a§li§bs §d§la§e §6§lM§eo§2i§bn§3e§ca§2r§da§5f§et!

This would display as “Don’t lie, Minecraft!” with alternating bold, italic, and underlined text in different colors.

It’s important to note that the use of the section sign may be limited or disabled on some servers, especially in multiplayer environments. Additionally, using excessive formatting or colors may make your messages difficult to read for other players, so it’s best to use it sparingly and with consideration.

In my personal experience, I have found that using the section sign to format my text in Minecraft can be a fun way to express myself and add a touch of personality to my messages. It can also be useful for organizing information or drawing attention to specific parts of a message.

To summarize, in Minecraft Java Edition, you can use the section sign followed by a character or code to format your text and add colors or special formatting. However, its use may be limited or disabled on some servers, so it’s important to check the server configuration. Use formatting sparingly and with consideration for readability.