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How to install "Platform"

Cross-platform library mod based on Architectury to access both Forge and Fabric APIs.

Author

BlackGear

Downloads

13.7M

Last Updated

May 12, 2026

Mod Loaders

Fabric NeoForge Forge Quilt

Minecraft Versions

1.21.1 1.20.2 1.19.2 1.16.5
API and Library

Quick Install ID

#platform

Install Platform in GDLauncher

Platform runs on Fabric, NeoForge, Forge, Quilt. Pick whichever your existing instance uses, or create a new one. GDLauncher installs the correct loader automatically.

Install on Fabric

  1. Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
  2. Pick the Fabric loader and a Minecraft version that Platform supports (1.21.1, 1.20.2, 1.19.2 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #platform, find Platform in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically.
  5. Hit Play. That's it.

Install on NeoForge

  1. Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
  2. Pick the NeoForge loader and a Minecraft version that Platform supports (1.21.1, 1.20.2, 1.19.2 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #platform, find Platform in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically.
  5. Hit Play. That's it.

Install on Forge

  1. Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
  2. Pick the Forge loader and a Minecraft version that Platform supports (1.21.1, 1.20.2, 1.19.2 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #platform, find Platform in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically.
  5. Hit Play. That's it.

Install on Quilt

  1. Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
  2. Pick the Quilt loader and a Minecraft version that Platform supports (1.21.1, 1.20.2, 1.19.2 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #platform, find Platform in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically.
  5. Hit Play. That's it.

Before you install

Make sure your Minecraft version matches what Platform supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.1, 1.20.2, 1.19.2 are supported. Platform supports multiple loaders (Fabric, NeoForge, Forge, Quilt); pick whichever matches your other mods. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Platform free?

Yes. Platform is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Platform support?

Platform supports Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.20.2, 1.19.2, 1.16.5. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Platform require Forge or Fabric?

Platform supports Fabric, NeoForge, Forge, Quilt. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.

How do I install Platform?

Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #platform. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.

Who made Platform?

Platform is made by BlackGear. The full project lives on CurseForge (https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/platform).

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