Item Frame Blocker
by Nxkoo
Item Frame Blocker lets server owners and map makers decide which items can be placed into item frames, using a simple list in a config file.
What it does
The mod stops listed items from going into item frames. Blocked items are set in a config.properties file inside the Minecraft config folder, where item IDs are separated by commas, for example blockedItems=iron sword,diamond sword. Editing that list is the only setup step, and the file can be changed to add or remove items without touching anything else.
Restricting frame placement suits adventure maps, mini-games and custom servers where certain items should not be displayed or stored in frames. Because the rule is applied through the item frame, the mod works on client and server, so the server and every player need it. Installation needs Fabric API for stable operation. The mod is published only for Fabric, with a single file for 1.20.1, and its code is open source under the MIT License.
Key features
Blocked item list
Any item ID can be added to the blocked list, so specific items cannot be placed into item frames.
Plain text configuration
The config.properties file holds the list, with item IDs separated by commas and no in-game menu required.
Editable without rebuilds
Items can be added to or removed from the list by editing the file, which suits map and server setups that change over time.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Use cases
Adventure maps
Map makers can stop players from placing items into frames where the layout depends on specific contents.
Mini-games and custom servers
Server owners can keep certain items out of frames in game modes that rely on item restrictions.
Who it’s for: Map makers, mini-game builders and server admins looking to limit which items may be put into item frames.
How it compares
Attack-Blocker is open source under the MIT License, client-side only, and published for 1.20 – 1.21.11 on Fabric, so it works on a client alone. Dimension Blocker is server-side only, also MIT licensed and open source, with files for 1.20.1 – 1.21.8 on Fabric, so players can join without installing it. Item Frame Blocker is client and server, so the server and every player need it; it covers the item frame case only.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Item Frame Blocker | Fabric | 1.20.1 | Client and server | 2024-08-27 |
| Attack-Blocker | Fabric | 1.20 – 1.21.11 | Client-side only | 2025-11-30 |
| Dimension Blocker | Fabric | 1.20.1 – 1.21.8 | Server-side only | 2025-08-22 |
Questions
Does Item Frame Blocker need Fabric API?
Which Minecraft version does Item Frame Blocker support?
Does the server need the mod?
In the catalog
Item Frame Blocker is one of 8,499 Technology mods on ModsFinder, and one of 4,201 Technology mods for Fabric. 34,764 mods support Minecraft 1.20.1.
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What the author says
The Item Frame Item Blocker mod enhances your Minecraft experience by allowing you to control which items can be placed in item frames. This mod is perfect for map makers and players who want to restrict item placement for adventure maps, mini-games, or custom builds.
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/item-frame-blocker
- Owner
- Nxkoo
- Published
- 2024-08-24
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2024-08-27
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15