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Minecraft /forceload Command

worldJava Only

Forces chunks to constantly load and simulate, even if no players are nearby. Equivalent to ticking areas.

Version Compatibility

Java Edition:1.21.4 (1.13+)

Command Syntax

Java Edition/forceload add <fromX> <fromZ> [<toX> <toZ>] | /forceload remove <fromX> <fromZ> [<toX> <toZ>] | /forceload query [<pos>]

Arguments Explained

actionadd / remove / queryRequired

Force load, stop force loading, or query chunks.

coordsBlock / Chunk CoordsRequired

Coordinates defining the chunk range.

Practical Examples

/forceload add ~ ~ ~ ~

Forces the chunk you are currently standing in to remain loaded.

/forceload remove all

Unloads all forced chunks in the dimension.

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Important Notes

This command is exclusive to Java Edition. Bedrock Edition uses `/tickingarea` instead.

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