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Install Add-Ons

Welcome to the complete installation guide for Minecraft Bedrock Add-Ons. Select your platform below and follow the expanded step-by-step instructions to correctly install, activate, and troubleshoot your Add-Ons.

Important! This installation method works for add-ons, not mods. Please make sure you are installing an add-on; mods are not supported.

Windows Installation

Installing Add-Ons on Windows (PC) is usually the easiest method since Minecraft automatically imports compatible files. Follow this extended guide:

  1. Download the Add-On from a trusted source such as TRMC-ADDONS, MCPEDL, or an official distributor. Make sure the file is either .mcpack or .mcaddon.

  2. Verify that your browser has saved the file correctly. Some browsers rename .mcpack files to .zip.
    • If the file ends in .zip, manually rename it to .mcpack or .mcaddon.
    • Ensure Windows Explorer is set to show file extensions to avoid renaming errors.

  3. Double-click the .mcpack or .mcaddon file. Minecraft Bedrock Edition should automatically open and display an “Import Started” message.

  4. Wait for the confirmation message “Import Successful”. If you see “Import Failed”, try:
    • Re-downloading the file (corrupt download).
    • Restarting Minecraft.
    • Checking that you do not have duplicate packs with the same UUID.

  5. Open Minecraft and go to:
    Play → Create New → Create New World
    or edit an existing world.

  6. Navigate to Resource Packs and Behavior Packs. You should see your imported Add-On under “My Packs”.
    • Click “Activate” on both packs (if the Add-On uses both).
    • Ensure that no old or incompatible versions are activated at the same time.

  7. If required by the Add-On, scroll down to the Experiments section and enable:
    • Holiday Creator Features
    • Upcoming Creator Features
    • Beta APIs
    • Molang Features
    • Custom Biomes (if needed)

    Warning: Experimental features may disable achievements for that world.


  8. Generate the world. If the Add-On modifies mobs, items, or terrain, ensure that:
    • Game Mode and Difficulty settings match the pack’s requirements.
    • Cheats are ON if the pack needs them for testing.

  9. If something doesn’t load correctly:
    • Return to the world settings and re-activate the packs.
    • Move the pack to the top of the load order (priority).
    • Delete cached packs from %LocalAppData%/Packages /Microsoft.MinecraftUWP/ LocalState/games/com.mojang.

  10. For creators testing multiple versions: keep backups of your com.mojang folder in case an Add-On breaks your worlds.

Android Installation

Android supports Add-Ons directly, but some files may come in ZIP form and require conversion. Follow this extended guide:

  1. Download your Add-On from TRMC-ADDONS, MCPEDL, or another reliable source. Avoid unknown websites to prevent malware.

  2. Check the file format:
    • If it is .mcpack or .mcaddon, you can normally tap it to import it directly.
    • If it is .zip, you must convert it.

  3. Install the app Zip To MCpack Converter from Google Play:
    Zip To MCpack Converter

  4. Open the converter app and tap OPEN file explorer.

  5. Browse to your Downloads folder and select the file.

  6. If the file is a ZIP:
    • The converter will automatically create a valid .mcpack or .mcaddon.
    • Confirm the generated file name does not contain extra numbers or spaces.

  7. Tap Open Minecraft. Minecraft will launch and start importing the pack.
    If Minecraft does not appear:
    • Ensure Minecraft Bedrock is installed from Google Play.
    • Restart your device.

  8. Open or create a world and activate your packs under:
    Resource Packs and Behavior Packs.

  9. Enable required experimental features if the Add-On adds:
    • Custom items
    • Custom mobs
    • New animations
    • Advanced scripting

  10. Troubleshooting:
    • If textures are “pink and black”, reinstall the resource pack.
    • If mobs are missing, enable Experimental Features.
    • If the pack does not appear, clear Minecraft’s storage (not worlds!) and retry.

iOS Installation

iOS handles Add-Ons differently due to system restrictions. Follow this detailed installation procedure:

  1. Download the Add-On file (.mcpack or .mcaddon) using Safari or another trusted browser.

  2. Open the Files app and locate the downloaded file in the “Downloads” folder.

  3. If the file is a ZIP:
    • Tap it to extract it.
    • Rename the extracted file or folder to .mcpack or .mcaddon depending on its structure.

  4. Tap the Add-On file and select Open in Minecraft. Minecraft will open and begin importing the Add-On.

  5. Wait for the “Import Successful” message. If you see “Failed to Import”:
    • Ensure the file is not partially downloaded.
    • Try using iCloud Drive instead of on-device storage.
    • Avoid renaming incorrectly structured ZIPs.

  6. Create a world or edit an existing one and activate the Add-On under the appropriate pack categories.

  7. Enable Experimental Features if required. iOS handles experiments the same as Android and PC.

  8. If Minecraft crashes when loading the world:
    • The Add-On may not be supported on your iOS version.
    • Try disabling other Add-Ons that may conflict.

  9. Keep storage space free. iOS may fail to import large packs if device storage is low.

  10. For consistent performance:
    • Restart Minecraft after every Add-On installation.
    • Close background applications.