/coords {player}
Lost in a sprawling survival world? Trying to guide a friend to your secret base without typing out a wall of numbers? The /coords {player} add-on solves that problem in seconds. This lightweight mod adds a single command that broadcasts the coordinates of any player straight into the chat, so everyone on the server knows exactly where to go. No more copy-pasting X, Y, and Z values by hand.
What Does /coords {player} Do?
At its core, this is a utility add-on built for multiplayer Minecraft. Instead of forcing players to open the debug screen and manually share their position, the mod introduces a clean command system. When you run the command, the server reads the target player's current location and posts it in chat for everyone to see. It is fast, readable, and works across the whole server.
The add-on relies on Architectury API, a popular cross-platform library. That dependency is what allows the same mod to run on both Fabric and Forge without separate builds. If you have ever installed a Fabric mod and a Forge mod side by side, you already understand why this matters. One file, two loaders, less confusion.
How to Use the Commands
The command set is intentionally minimal, which is part of its charm. You do not need to memorize a dozen subcommands or flags. Here is the full breakdown:
- /coords — broadcasts your own current coordinates to the chat.
- /coords {player} — broadcasts the coordinates of the named player instead of your own.
- /coords-toggle — turns the mod on or off. This requires operator permissions.
That is the entire toolkit. A player who wants to share their base location simply types /coords, and the chat fills with their position. A server admin or a helpful teammate can type /coords Steve to locate someone who is wandering off. The toggle command is there for server owners who want to disable broadcasting during specific events or PvP matches.
Supported Versions and Loaders
Minecraft Versions
The add-on targets modern Minecraft releases, with builds available for the 1.19 and 1.20 branches. Because it depends on Architectury API, the version you download must match both your game version and your loader. Mixing a 1.19 build with a 1.20 game is the most common cause of a crash on startup, so double-check before you drop the file into your mods folder.
Fabric and Forge Support
Thanks to Architectury, /coords {player} for Minecraft runs on both Fabric and Forge. Fabric users get the usual lightweight experience, while Forge users keep their existing modpacks intact. If you run a hybrid server or a modpack with mixed loaders, this flexibility saves a lot of headaches. Just remember that Architectury API itself must be installed first, or the mod will fail to load.
If you would rather skip the manual file juggling, the foxygame.net launcher bundles this add-on directly in its catalog, letting you add /coords {player} to a modpack with a single click and keeping it updated automatically whenever a new build drops.
How to Install /coords {player}
Installation follows the standard modding routine, and it only takes a few minutes:
- Install Fabric or Forge for your exact Minecraft version.
- Download Architectury API and place it in your
modsfolder. - Download /coords {player} for your matching game version and loader.
- Drop the mod file into the same
modsfolder. - Launch the game and confirm the mod loads without errors.
On a server, the mod needs to be present on the server side for the broadcast to work properly. Clients can usually connect without it, but the command output will not appear unless the server is running the add-on. Always back up your world before adding new mods, especially on a live server with active players.
Why Server Owners Love It
Coordinate sharing is one of those small quality-of-life features that quietly improves every session. It reduces chat spam, prevents typos in manually typed coordinates, and helps new players find their way to spawn or a community build. The operator toggle gives admins control when they need it, and the Architectury dependency keeps maintenance simple across loaders.
Whether you run a small survival server with friends or a larger community world, /coords {player} is a practical addition that pays off immediately. Grab the right build for your version, install Architectury API, and let your chat do the navigating for you.