A Simple Zoom

Name: A Simple Zoom
Author: Salva-gamer

by Salva-gamer

A Simple Zoom is a lightweight Forge client mod that adds a quick zoom to the game, bound to a zoom key.

ForgeClient-side onlyMIT LicenseOpen source1.20.1

What it does

The mod adds a zoom function that is bound to a dedicated zoom key, with a menu key for its options. It is designed as a light, clean zoom without complicated settings or extra features. Scrolling while zooming changes the field of view. Only the client needs it, and the mod is built for 1.20.1 on Forge, where its latest file is 1.0.0, dated 2026-07-11.

The source code is open and the mod is released under the MIT License. It is not an add-on to other mods and requires no dependencies beyond Forge itself.

Key features

Zoom key
A dedicated key zooms the view in and out while it is held, so players can inspect distant blocks and mobs quickly.
Menu key
A separate menu key opens the mod's options, keeping the zoom controls themselves simple and uncluttered.
Scroll to adjust field of view
Scrolling while zoomed changes the field of view, letting players fine-tune how far the view reaches.

Gallery

Zoom Menu Config · I'll explain a bit how the menu works: - Zoom Mode: It has 2 states, Hold/Toggled, which allow you to hold to zoom or click to turn on/off. - Hide UI: ON/OFF

Compatibility

Latest build for each game version and loader.

1.20.11.0.0

ReleaseBetaAlphaNot available

Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.

How it compares

Full comparison

Zoom Control is a Forge mod for 1.20.1 – 1.20.6, client-side only, released under All rights reserved and not open source. Advanced Zoom is Forge-only for 1.19.2 – 1.20.1, runs on client and server, uses the MIT License and is not open source.

Mod	Loaders	Game versions	Environment	Updated
A Simple Zoom	Forge	1.20.1	Client-side only	2026-07-11
Zoom Control	Forge	1.20.1 – 1.20.6	Client-side only	2026-07-19
Advanced Zoom	Forge	1.19.2 – 1.20.1	Client and server	2026-01-27

Questions

Does A Simple Zoom need to be installed on the server?

No. Only the player's game needs it, and servers run without it.

In the catalog

A Simple Zoom is one of 29,952 Game mechanics mods on ModsFinder, and one of 13,316 Game mechanics mods for Forge. 34,764 mods support Minecraft 1.20.1.

Game mechanics mods29,952 Forge mods Mods for 1.20.134,764

Similar mods

Better Third Person1.16.4 – 1.21.8

Sounds1.20 – 26.3

Cut Through1.18.2 – 26.3

Bad Wither No Cookie - Reloaded1.12.2 – 1.21.10

Client Tweaks1.12.2 – 26.3

Double Doors1.16.5 – 26.3

What the author says

A Simple Zoom is a lightweight mod designed to add quick and clean zoom functionality to your game, without complicated settings or unnecessary extras.

Salva-gamer, on the Modrinth page

Official listing

Modrinth page: modrinth.com/mod/a-simple-zoom
Owner: Salva-gamer
Published: 2026-07-11
Updated on Modrinth: 2026-07-11
Facts verified: 2026-10-15