ModsFinder

VelvetTab

by _PrometheuZ_

VelvetTab replaces the abrupt player list with a smooth, configurable open and close animation when the TAB key is held.

FabricClient-side onlyCustom license1.21 – 1.21.11

What it does

When a player presses TAB, the player list slides and fades in rather than appearing at once, and it animates closed on release. Players can switch the animation off, set its duration, and adjust the list's X and Y offsets, where an offsetY of -1 centers it vertically. Visual tweaks apply automatically without any extra key press.

The mod uses mixins to adjust how the vanilla player list is rendered, keeping the vanilla behavior wherever no change is set. Everything is reached from a settings screen opened through Mod Menu, and changes are previewed live as options are adjusted. It needs Cloth Config API for that screen and Mod Menu for access to it.

VelvetTab runs on the client only, so a server does not need it and players join without installing anything. It is built for Fabric 1.21 – 1.21.11, with the latest file 1.0.1 for 1.21.11, published on 2026-03-13 under a custom license that is not open source.

Key features

  1. Animated player list

    The TAB player list opens and closes with a smooth animation instead of appearing and disappearing instantly.

  2. Adjustable animation

    The animation can be turned on or off, and its duration can be set to suit the player.

  3. Position offsets

    X and Y offsets move the player list, and an offsetY of -1 centers it vertically on screen.

  4. Background and border colors

    Panel, row and outer border backgrounds can each be toggled, with ARGB color settings for each element.

Compatibility

Latest build for each game version and loader.

1.21.x10 of 10 versions with builds
1.21.111.0.1
1.21.81.0.0
1.21.71.0.0
1.21.61.0.0
1.21.51.0.0
1.21.41.0.0
1.21.31.0.0
1.21.21.0.0
1.21.11.0.0
1.211.0.0
ReleaseBetaAlphaNot available

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

Requirements

Dependencies declared by the latest file for each loader.

Required 2

Cloth Config APIConfiguration Library for Minecraft Mods
Required
Mod MenuAdds a mod menu to view the list of mods you have installed.
Required

Use cases

Tuning the look of the list

Players who want the TAB list placed or colored differently can change its offsets, colors and borders from the settings screen.

Playing on a server without changes

Because the mod is client-side only, a player can add the animation on a server that does not run it.

Who it’s for: Players on Fabric who want the TAB player list to animate and want control over its position, duration and colors. It suits players who keep vanilla behavior but want a smoother look.

Questions

Does VelvetTab need Cloth Config API?

Yes. Cloth Config API is a required dependency, and Mod Menu is also required to open the settings screen.

Does the server need VelvetTab installed?

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

Which game versions does VelvetTab support?

Builds cover 1.21 – 1.21.11 on Fabric, with files for 1.21, 1.21.1, 1.21.2, 1.21.3, 1.21.4, 1.21.5, 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8 and 1.21.11.

More from _PrometheuZ_

All projects
InventoryBinds1.20.1 – 26.2PlayerListHeads1.19.4 – 26.2Item Protection1.19.4 – 1.20.4ModelDumper1.21.4

What the author says

Smooth, configurable animation for the TAB player list. VelvetTab is a lightweight client-side mod for Fabric that adds a smooth open/close animation to the TAB player list and lets you fine-tune its look and feel.
_PrometheuZ_, on the Modrinth page

Official listing

Owner
_PrometheuZ_
Published
2025-08-25
Updated on Modrinth
2026-03-13
Facts verified
2026-10-15
Open on ModrinthCompare