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Minecraft Plugins

With Minecraft server plugins you can extend the functionality of the game. From changing textures for items to enabling whole new gameplay modes on servers, the possibilities are limitless. To use Minecraft plugins, you need a special mod that modifies the minecraft-server.jar file. The most popular mods of this type are Bukkit, Spigot, Paper and Sponge. With each of them you can use different plugins to enhance your gameplay. In this Minecraft plugin guide, we will tell you everything you need to know.

Minecraft Plugins versus Mods

Minecraft plugins and mods both expand the gameplay in various ways. However, they work fundamentally differently. While mods can add entirely new features, including custom biomes, items and mobs, plugins work within the existing Minecraft framework. This means they can’t add completely new items, blocks or mobs, but they can tweak game rules, add commands and improve performance.

Mods also require specific mod loaders and can be quite resource-intensive. This is especially relevant for servers, as every player needs to install the mod loader and mods. On servers, they are also prone to performance issues and crashes.

Plugins on the other hand are much easier to handle. They only need to be installed on the server, so every player can access a server and make use of the Minecraft plugin, regardless of their Minecraft client. Also, plugins can still modify the gameplay in many different ways.

For example, commands can be added to help you manage the server, you can add currencies to servers and protection zones can be created where the landscape can’t be changed. The messaging system can also be completely reworked and expanded with color codes, for example. You can even add completely new game modes like e.g. BedWars or PvP-modes to servers.

How to Install Plugins for Minecraft

Depending on which plugins you want to use, it is recommended to install:

  • CraftBukkit (Bukkit plugins only)
  • Spigot (for Spigot and Bukkit plugins)
  • Paper (for Paper, Spigot and Bukkit plugins)
  • Sponge (Sponge plugins only)

The most versatile plugin modification is Paper, as it offers the most choices and best performance.

How to Download Plugins for Minecraft

You can find the plugins matching the installed plugin modification on their corresponding websites. PaperMC offers a wide range of plugins for Paper, while the Spigot and Bukkit plugins on SpigotMC are also compatible with Paper. The plugins for Sponge are also gathered on their own page.

How Do I Upload Minecraft Plugins to My Server?

Installing Minecraft plugins is quite simple with a Minecraft server from G-Portal:

  1. Log in to your GPORTAL account.
  2. Select the chosen server on the left side.
  3. Stop the server.
  4. Make a note of the FTP access data.
  5. Connect to the server with the FTP client.
  6. Open the ‘plugins’ folder.
  7. Move the plugin into the folder.
  8. Restart the server in the web interface.

Conclusion: Minecraft Plugins

Now that you know all the essentials to navigate in the world of Minecraft server plugins, go ahead and modify the world of your Minecraft server from G-Portal at your will. Also, don’t forget to ask your friends to test them with you in a new multiplayer adventure! 

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