Block Quantity Scanner
Ever wondered how much deepslate is really hiding under your base, or whether that diamond vein is as big as it looks? The Block Quantity Scanner is a lightweight utility add-on that answers those questions with a single command. Instead of digging blindly or counting stacks by hand, you point it at a region, name a block, and let it tally everything up by Y level. It is the kind of tool that quietly changes how you plan mining trips, storage rooms, and mega-builds.
What the Block Quantity Scanner Actually Does
At its core, the add-on scans a defined area and reports how many of a chosen block exist at each vertical layer. That vertical breakdown is the real selling point. A simple total tells you how many blocks you have; a per-Y-level report tells you where they are, which is far more useful when you are mapping ore distribution or checking whether a build is symmetrical from top to bottom.
The add-on ships with two commands:
- /scan_blocks <range> <block> [max-height] — counts a specific block type within the given range, optionally capped at a maximum height.
- /scan_all_ores <range> — runs a full ore audit across the area, giving you a quick read on what resources are actually present.
The optional max-height argument is a small detail that saves a lot of time. If you only care about what is above Y=0, you can cut the scan short and skip the noise from deeper layers.
Why Per-Level Counting Matters
Ore Distribution and Mining Strategy
Ore generation in modern Minecraft is tied to specific Y ranges, and the rules shifted dramatically with the 1.18 cave and mountain update. Running /scan_all_ores over a chunk-sized area gives you real data from your own world rather than a wiki table. If you are hunting diamonds, iron, or the newer deepslate variants, seeing the actual spread helps you decide where to dig next.
Storage and Build Planning
Builders benefit just as much. Before committing to a large stone or concrete structure, you can scan your stockpile area and confirm exactly how many blocks you have left at each level of your storage system. No more guessing whether you need one more shulker box of deepslate bricks.
Supported Versions and Loaders
The Block Quantity Scanner is built for modern Java Edition releases and works cleanly with the Fabric loader, which is where most lightweight utility add-ons live these days. It targets the current 1.20.x and 1.21.x branches, and the command syntax stays consistent across those versions, so a scan you set up today will behave the same after an update. If you run a Fabric-based server, the add-on is server-friendly and does not require every player to install it individually.
If you would rather skip manual file juggling entirely, the foxygame.net launcher bundles Block Quantity Scanner directly into its add-on catalog, so you can add it to a profile and let the launcher handle version matching and updates automatically.
How to Install the Block Quantity Scanner
Installation is straightforward if you already have Fabric set up:
- Confirm your Minecraft version matches a supported Fabric release.
- Place the add-on file into your mods folder.
- Launch the game through your Fabric profile.
- Open a world and test the commands in chat.
If you are unsure which build to grab, check the version list on the download page before you download Block Quantity Scanner, since mixing versions is the most common cause of a failed launch. Once installed, run /scan_blocks 32 stone as a quick test — if you get a per-level breakdown, everything is working.
Tips for Getting Clean Results
Keep your scan ranges reasonable. A range of 32 to 64 blocks is plenty for most ore audits and finishes almost instantly. Larger ranges still work, but they take longer and produce a longer chat report. Pair /scan_blocks with /scan_all_ores when surveying a new area: the first tells you about a block you already suspect is there, the second tells you what you missed.
Final Thoughts
Block Quantity Scanner for Minecraft is a focused tool that does one job extremely well. It replaces guesswork with numbers, whether you are chasing ore veins, auditing a storage hall, or just curious how much cobblestone you have accumulated. Download Block Quantity Scanner, run a scan on your next mining trip, and you will wonder how you ever planned a dig without it.