Better Smithing Template
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📋 About This Mod
# Better Smithing Template Rewrites the smithing mechanism to give you a better smithing experience. ## What does this mod do? In vanilla Minecraft, smithing templates used in the smithing table are consumed in one use. This mod makes templates behave like tools — they can be reused multiple times and only disappear when worn out. ## Main Features - **Reusable templates**: Adds a durability system to templates. Default durability is 3; the template disappears once depleted. - **Auto-detection**: Automatically detects all smithing templates in the game, including those added by other mods. No manual configuration required. - **Flexible configuration**: If a template cannot be auto-detected, you can specify it manually via a list. ## Configuration The config file is located at `config/better_smithing_template.toml` in the game directory. You can edit it with any text editor. | Option | Default | Description | |------|--------|------| | `auto_detect_templates` | `true` | Auto-detect all smithing templates in the game. When disabled, you must specify them in the list below. | | `target_items` | built-in examples | List of templates to manually add durability to, one per line, in `mod_id:item_name` format. | | `max_damage` | `3` | Number of uses per smithing template. Set to `0` to disable the durability feature (restore vanilla behavior). Range 0-5. | ## Compatibility - Currently supports Minecraft 1.21.1 + NeoForge - Theoretically compatible with most mods that add new smithing templates - Does not modify vanilla recipes or affect other mods' functionality ## FAQ **Q: Can templates still stack in the inventory?** A: Yes. Identical templates can stack in the inventory. **Q: Can I set the number of uses higher?** A: Yes. If you need more uses, adjust the `max_damage` value in the config. **Q: How do I manually add a smithing template that wasn't auto-detected?** A: First, find the template's registry name, e.g. `cataclysm:ignitium_upgrade_smithing_template`. Then add it to the `target_items` list in the config file. ## License This project is licensed under the (https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.en.html) (GPL-3.0). Derivative works must be released under the same license.
# Better Smithing Template
Rewrites the smithing mechanism to give you a better smithing experience.
## What does this mod do?
In vanilla Minecraft, smithing templates used in the smithing table are consumed in one use. This mod makes templates behave like tools — they can be reused multiple times and only disappear when worn out.
## Main Features
- Reusable templates: Adds a durability system to templates. Default durability is 3; the template disappears once depleted.
- Auto-detection: Automatically detects all smithing templates in the game, including those added by other mods. No manual configuration required.
- Flexible configuration: If a template cannot be auto-detected, you can specify it manually via a list.
## Configuration
The config file is located at `config/better_smithing_template.toml` in the game directory. You can edit it with any text editor.
| Option | Default | Description | |------|--------|------| | `auto_detect_templates` | `true` | Auto-detect all smithing templates in the game. When disabled, you must specify them in the list below. | | `target_items` | built-in examples | List of templates to manually add durability to, one per line, in `mod_id:item_name` format. | | `max_damage` | `3` | Number of uses per smithing template. Set to `0` to disable the durability feature (restore vanilla behavior). Range 0-5. |
## Compatibility
- Currently supports Minecraft 1. 21. 1 + NeoForge
- Theoretically compatible with most mods that add new smithing templates
- Does not modify vanilla recipes or affect other mods' functionality
Q: Can templates still stack in the inventory? A: Yes. Identical templates can stack in the inventory.
Q: Can I set the number of uses higher? A: Yes. If you need more uses, adjust the `max_damage` value in the config.
Q: How do I manually add a smithing template that wasn't auto-detected? A: First, find the template's registry name, e.g. `cataclysm:ignitium_upgrade_smithing_template`. Then add it to the `target_items` list in the config file.
This project is licensed under the (https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3. 0.en.html) (GPL-3. 0). Derivative works must be released under the same license.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Minecraft Mods
- Author
- ink-momo
- Version
- 1.20.1-1.0.3-forge
- Downloads
- 264
- Endorsements
- 0
- Category
- equipment
- Created
- 7/30/2026
- Updated
- 7/28/2026
- Game Versions
- 1.20.1
- Tags
- equipment, utility
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which Minecraft Mods versions does Better Smithing Template support?
The author lists 1.20.1. Other versions may work but are untested by the author.
What is the latest version of Better Smithing Template?
Version 1.20.1-1.0.3-forge, published 2026-07-28 with 264 downloads recorded at the source.
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