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  • Question
    How do you get Netherite?
    Zac Churchill
    Minecraft Specialist
    Zac Churchill is a Minecraft Specialist based in Davidson, North Carolina. Zac has played Minecraft for over 10 years and has extensive knowledge of how to play Minecraft and how the game has changed over the different versions. Specifically, Zac has expert experience in survival worlds, large builds on creative mode, and server design/upkeep. He graduated in 2023 with a BA in Sociology and English from Tufts University.
    Minecraft Specialist
    Expert Answer
    To get Netherite, you'll first need to visit the Nether dimension. You can do this by using diamond tools to mine obsidian, which will allow you to create a portal to that dimension.
  • Question
    Are diamonds usually by bedrock?
    Community Answer
    They are relatively close to bedrock. The bedrock layer is about 3 blocks tall. The best elevation to look for diamonds is about y = 10. I usually go strip mining and find a ton.
  • Question
    What should I do if I am mining for diamonds when suddenly my last pickaxe breaks, and I run out of rescources but am near the bedrock layer?
    Lutark Lampri
    Community Answer
    If you are mining manually, go up through the shaft you have created to get more materials to continue. If you are cave mining though, you need to follow your paths (hopefully you have marked it out). If there is no way out, usually you should always bring chests. Put your stuff in that chest, then commit suicide. Respawn and get back there with some resources.
  • Question
    How many (real life) minutes are there in a Minecraft day?
    Banana Head
    Top Answerer
    Each Minecraft day will last 10 minutes real life time, each night will also last 10 minutes.
  • Question
    What is the fastest way to find emeralds?
    WikiHowEditor_3622
    Community Answer
    You can easily trade with villagers. Emeralds most likely will spawn in the Extreme Hills Biome.
  • Question
    How do I find obsidian?
    Dr. Gaster
    Community Answer
    Find a lava pit, make a tower of blocks (any kind except Netherrack, wool, and other flammable blocks). Make it in the middle, if possible; otherwise, put it on a corner. Place a bucket of water there, and it should spread across the lava. Use a diamond pickaxe to mine it.
  • Question
    Can you get diamonds without digging?
    Community Answer
    Read the section labeled non-mining method. So, yes but it is more common to find diamonds by mining/digging.
  • Question
    What are X, Y, and Z?
    Community Answer
    Co-ordinate axes. Y = Height or Depth X/Z = Forward/backward/left/right.
  • Question
    How long does mining usually take?
    Community Answer
    Mining takes like just a day or two but if you are talking about diamonds, it might be three to four days.
  • Question
    How do I get back to my base if I am lost in a temple or dungeon?
    Community Answer
    Dig straight up to the surface, then look for a landmark you recognize. Remember to mark where you were last.
  • Question
    I tried branch mining but I couldn't find any diamonds. Why?
    Aaron N
    Community Answer
    Keep trying! Diamonds can be scarce sometimes. Make sure you are deep enough.
  • Question
    What if I don't find diamonds?
    Community Answer
    If you are unable to find diamonds, consider expanding your mine to get diamonds, but you won't get diamonds all the time.
  • Question
    Can I use a gold pickaxe?
    Entity303
    Community Answer
    You can use a gold pickaxe. They mine ore much faster, but also get worn out much faster.
  • Question
    Iron pickaxes are the best, right?
    CaptianYaya
    Community Answer
    Actually, diamond pickaxes are the best, as they are more durable (meaning they can mine more without breaking) and can mine faster. But an iron pickaxe that is enchanted is better than a regular diamond pickaxe.
  • Question
    How can I make the XYZ appear?
    Lutark Lampri
    Community Answer
    Press F3 (on the PC version only). Other versions don't (currently) have a debug screen.
  • Question
    Can I use the command to keep inventory instead of chests?
    Lutark Lampri
    Community Answer
    You can't because it wouldn't give you extra space. We need chests for extra spaces.
  • Question
    If I find diamonds and there is a creeper nearby, should I mine the diamonds anyway?
    Community Answer
    You can, but make sure you watch him - if he comes close, back away. It should be fairly easy to do it quickly with a pickaxe though.
  • Question
    How do I change my spawn if I set my spawn near lava and keep falling in?
    Community Answer
    The following advice is based on the Xbox 360 edition. In a survival world mode with achievements not disabled (no cheats, creative mode or host options), exit and do NOT save. If it doesn't work, try again but there is no guarantee. Otherwise, go into creative mode and set your spawn somewhere else.
  • Question
    How do I find temples and fortresses on Minecraft Xbox 360?
    Community Answer
    Explore the biomes. Desert temples are in the desert, water monuments in the water, dungeons underground, etc. Desert temples look like big towers with a 4x4 door and it has stained clay inside. Be careful about the pressure plate! It is wired to about five pieces of TNT.
  • Question
    In what biome am I most likely to find diamonds?
    Community Answer
    All biomes have equal diamond chances. Mesa biomes have lots of gold, and extreme hills biome adds the emerald ore (rarer than diamond).
  • Question
    Does this work for Minecraft PE too?
    Raai0100
    Community Answer
    Strip mining would work for any version, but you can't access the coordinates without the use of commands or resource packs such as coordinates unlocker.
  • Question
    Can diamonds generate under lava?
    Gerbillover
    Community Answer
    Yes. The best way to obtain these is to use a water bucket to turn the lava to obsidian, then break the obsidian and you can mine the diamonds.
  • Question
    I found 100 diamonds with my stone pick axe. Why didn't I get them?
    Community Answer
    You need at least an iron or diamond pick axe to mine diamonds. Any other pick axe will not work.
  • Question
    Will this work on 1.12?
    Banana Head
    Top Answerer
    Yes, this guide is still good the recent versions of Minecraft. 1.12.2 is very similar to the version this guide was made for.
  • Question
    What do I do if I am stuck underground without a pickaxe or any tools?
    Forgotten_Sun
    Community Answer
    You could save and quit, set your world to creative, then go back in then dig yourself out.
  • Question
    Do I have to set my spawn by sleeping in a bed, even on an Android?
    Gabby
    Community Answer
    Yes, you set your spawn by sleeping in a bed.
  • Question
    What are non-flammable blocks?
    Flinty Flakes
    Community Answer
    These are blocks that do not catch fire when exposed to lava, fire, etc. Fire won't destroy them. Most blocks are non-flammable, however, wood, wool, and leaves are flammable.
  • Question
    What are diamonds also for? I understand that you can use it for the strongest armor in Minecraft but what else?
    Community Answer
    Pickaxe = three diamonds, sword = two diamonds, axe = three diamonds, shovel = one diamond. all use some sticks. Check out the Minecraft wiki.
  • Question
    I tried this method 3-4 times and found only 5 blocks of gold, ten of iron, 200 Redstone dusts, but no diamonds. What should I do?
    SunPuppy
    Community Answer
    Try looking near lava. It's dangerous, but worth a try. You might find diamonds there.
  • Question
    Can I see the Y coordinates in Minecraft PE?
    Raai0100
    Community Answer
    Yes, but you need to have a resource pack that let's you see the coordinates and you must have it on.
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