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Will this work on a 12-year-old computer?

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Most likely, yes, but if you are making big changes and you want the FPS to run smoothly you will most likely want to use it on a newer computer to avoid lag/crash issues.

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Can I make a Minecraft texture pack without owning Minecraft?

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Yes, you can. Just run the demo, close the demo, and then look in the game directory. Open the version jarfile (versions\1.11.2\1.11.2.jar etc.) with WinRar or some archive opener. Then extract the assets folder from the archive to a folder, where you will edit the textures. Then copy the whole folder into gamedirectory\resourcepacks\, go into the game, go to options, go to resource packs, and it should work.

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Can something go wrong and cause me to lose the original textures?

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Yes, but it's unlikely. One thing you can do is copy the texture file/folder and save it somewhere else on your PC in case the texture file or folder accidently gets deleted, destroyed, or improperly edited.

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What is a Minecraft texture pack?

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Minecraft texture packs are used to change the whole "art" style of Minecraft.

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Can I make new blocks?

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No. This method only works for changing the textures of already existing blocks.

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I cannot find the bin folder, as it doesn't exist in my directory. I am using Windows 10, what do I do?

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There is no bin folder with newer versions of Minecraft, your jar should be in versions/1.10.1/1.10.1.jar. Switch out 1.10.1 with your Minecraft version.

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How do I reduce the size of the crosshair in the center?

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You can't, unless you're in MCPE. You cannot adjust that.

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How do I get texture packs on the console edition?

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There is no way to have your own texture pack on console. You have to buy it from the Minecraft store for that version.

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Is there any other way make a custom texture pack besides the folder?

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There are also apps on the Google Play Store/App Store to do this, but they are most likely for MCPE.

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I get a message reading, "There is no bin folder with newer versions of Minecraft. Your jar should be in versions/1.10.1/1.10.1.jar. Switch out 1.10.1 with your Minecraft version." What should I do?

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Just search for the .jar folder with the name of whatever version you're using. It should look something like, "version(your version number).jar."

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How can I tell what Minecraft texture pack I'm using?

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From the title screen, click Options > Resource Packs. The resource pack that you are using will appear in the right column.

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What program should I use?

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Use any program that you are comfortable using.

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What can I do if I don't have a bin folder?

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There is no bin folder with newer versions of Minecraft, your jar should be in versions/1.10.1/1.10.1.jar. Switch out 1.10.1 with your Minecraft version.

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I have a tablet device. Does this work on a tablet?

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This method will not work on mobile devices due to the lack of folders required. If you check into it, you may find an app that allows you to upload texture packs to the Pocket Edition, or simply purchase one from the Marketplace.

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Why isn't there a bin folder in .minecraft?

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If you don't see a "bin" folder in ".minecraft", go into the "versions" folder instead and select the version you want.

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Can I change textures with a command block?

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No, there is not currently a way to change textures with a command block.

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Are all files going to be .json?

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No, not all of the files. The EULA isn't .json.

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How do I do make a Minecraft texture pack in Android?

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Just port a texture pack over by plugging your device into a computer, then using the USB as a device to transport the textures over.

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Could I also replace sounds?

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No, texture packs are used only for editing and replacing textures, not editing sound and SFX.

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How do I do it if I don't have a bin folder?

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If you don't have a bin file, you should have a textures folder somewhere instead.

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When I am creating the texture pack's items (i.e. swords, bows, etc.), how do I make the background become transparent so that the white background doesn't show up in the actual Minecraft game?

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Use programs such as Photoshop, Medibang Paint Pro, etc. when creating the texture, and set the background to transparent.

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What do I do if I get a message that the texture pack is incompatible with my version of Minecraft?

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If that texture pack is incompatible, try changing "pack_format" in pack.mcmeta. 1 is for 1.7-1.8, 2 is for 1.9, 3 is for 1.10-1.12, and 4 is for 1.13.

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What if I can't find the versions folder?

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Run your game then close it again. Then check the .minecraft folder. If it still isn't showing, try reinstalling your game.

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Can I make a Minecraft texture pack and use it on Xbox One?

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This tutorial on creating a Minecraft texture pack is specific on using Minecraft Java Edition. Created texture packs cannot be used on Xbox One/Bedrock Edition.

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Will texturing work in Windows Vista?

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Yes, it will work on Windows Vista the same way as the Minecraft directory for Windows is the same for all versions.

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How do I name a Minecraft texture pack?

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Go into MANIFEST.JSON with a word processing app, then change the name on the third line. You can also change the description on the fourth line if you want.

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Where do I find the bin folder?

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There is no bin folder with newer versions of Minecraft. Your jar should be in the version 1.10.1 or 1.10.1.jar. Switch out the 1.10.1 with your Minecraft version.

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Where can I get the original layout?

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Just copy it from the %appdata% file Minecraft has. All the textures should be there so you can copy them.

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Should I create a bin folder for Minecraft if I don't have one?

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If you don't see a bin folder located in the shown directory, either Minecraft has yet to be run, or was not installed properly. A fix would be to back up your "save" folder, and delete the contents of .minecraft, then rerun/install Minecraft. Run Minecraft at least one time before trying to find the files.

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What if there isn't a texture packs file?

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In the newer versions of Minecraft (1.6.x and up), texture packs were changed to resource packs, though they are the same thing.

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