Convert Jar To | Mcaddon

Once you have recreated the functionality:

Alternatively, use free tools like bridge. or Minecraft Add-On Maker (mobile) to scaffold the manifests and folders automatically. Once you have recreated the functionality:

You cannot directly run a JAR file on Minecraft Bedrock, but you can transform its soul – the textures, ideas, items, and entities – into an McAddon. The process is a manual, creative translation rather than an automated conversion. If your goal is to bring a beloved Java mod to your phone, console, or Windows 10/11 Bedrock, expect to spend hours rewriting JSON and testing.

For simple mods (new blocks, items, simple mobs), the effort is reasonable. For complex tech or magic mods, consider whether the Bedrock ecosystem has a similar existing add-on instead. Create a resource pack folder with:

Have a specific JAR mod in mind? Start by extracting its assets and checking the Bedrock documentation for equivalent components – that’s the true first step of any successful conversion.

You can convert simple JAR mods (e.g., a "Ruby Sword" mod) to McAddon. You cannot convert complex JAR mods (e.g., "Pixelmon" or "GregTech") without rewriting thousands of lines of code from scratch.

The most successful "conversion" is transferring visual and audio assets. MCADDON packs rely on a specific naming convention and folder hierarchy.

Last Updated: May 2026 Difficulty Level: Intermediate to Advanced