Structure Block

What is a Structure Block?

A Structure Block is a powerful technical block in Minecraft that allows players to save, load, and clone structures, making it an essential tool for map-making, custom world-building, and Redstone automation. Unlike regular building blocks, Structure Blocks do not appear in Survival Mode and are primarily used in Creative Mode for large-scale construction projects and adventure maps.

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Where Can Structure Blocks Be Found?

Structure Blocks do not generate naturally and must be obtained using commands. Players can get one by entering:

/give @p minecraft:structure_block

Since Structure Blocks cannot be crafted or mined, they are typically used by map makers, server administrators, and advanced builders who need a way to efficiently copy and paste structures across different locations.

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What Can Players Do with a Structure Block?

Structure Blocks allow players to save and load custom-built structures, making them useful for duplicating buildings, creating templates, and designing modular worlds. They have four different modes, each serving a unique function:

• Save Mode: Captures a selected area and allows players to save it as a .nbt structure file, which can later be loaded elsewhere.
• Load Mode: Imports and places previously saved structures in the world, maintaining rotation, mirroring, and bounding box settings.
• Corner Mode: Helps define the exact area to be saved without needing manual input, making it easier to mark large structures.
• Data Mode: Used in custom commands and Redstone mechanics, allowing for interactive and scripted gameplay elements.

When combined with Structure Voids, Structure Blocks enable precision-based world editing, ensuring that only desired blocks are copied while preserving empty spaces.

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The History of Structure Blocks in Minecraft

Structure Blocks were introduced in Minecraft Java Edition 1.10, as a tool for saving and cloning structures efficiently. Over time, additional functionality was added, including better rotation support, mirroring options, and Redstone-triggered structure loading, making them an essential tool for large-scale world development.

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Interesting Fact or Real-Life Connection

Structure Blocks function similarly to 3D modeling and CAD (computer-aided design) software, where architects and designers create reusable building templates. Just like in Minecraft, these tools allow for precise duplication, scaling, and placement of structures, streamlining the construction process in both virtual and real-world projects.

For more details on Structure Blocks and their advanced uses, visit the Rusty Ingot knowledge base to explore the World Editing & Structure Saving Guide.