You can find the modpack's Minecraft version (in most launchers) in the pack/instance description. The most important step when installing mods locally (or to a server) is checking that the mod is supported on both the Minecraft version and Forge version that the modpack uses.

Copy and paste the new mods into the folder.įirst steps Finding your Forge/Minecraft version.

Select the correct profile or instance of Minecraft.

For a more detailed explanation start with First steps below. This is for more experienced users who have used modded games in the past, are familiar with their chosen launcher and just wish to know the steps to follow.

Adding the mods to your modded Minecraft Server.

Adding mods to your Local Minecraft files (Client).

There is another article available that goes through the process of adding mods to your modded Minecraft server. This covers steps to take when using the vanilla Minecraft launcher as well as a variety of modded Minecraft launchers. This guide covers all the steps to take when adding mods to existing modpacks on your home PC.

If you play modded Minecraft there may be times that you want to adjust a modpack by adding mods to it.

How to instal mods