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How to install "BetterF3"

BetterF3 is a mod that replaces Minecraft's original debug HUD with a highly customizable, more human-readable HUD.

Author

TreyRuffy

Downloads

26.0M

Last Updated

Apr 29, 2026

License

MIT

Mod Loaders

Fabric Forge NeoForge Quilt

Minecraft Versions

26.1.2 1.21.11 1.20.6 1.19.4 1.18.2 1.17.1
decoration game-mechanics utility

Quick Install ID

#betterf3

Install BetterF3 in GDLauncher

BetterF3 runs on Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, 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 BetterF3 supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #betterf3, find BetterF3 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 BetterF3 supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #betterf3, find BetterF3 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 BetterF3 supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #betterf3, find BetterF3 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 BetterF3 supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #betterf3, find BetterF3 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 BetterF3 supports. As of the latest release, 26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are supported. BetterF3 supports multiple loaders (Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, 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 BetterF3 free?

Yes. BetterF3 is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does BetterF3 support?

BetterF3 supports Minecraft 26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6, 1.19.4, 1.18.2, 1.17.1. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does BetterF3 require Forge or Fabric?

BetterF3 supports Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.

How do I install BetterF3?

Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #betterf3. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.

Who made BetterF3?

BetterF3 is made by TreyRuffy. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/mod/betterf3).

Need help?

Read our troubleshooting guide, check the guides section, or join the GDLauncher Discord community.

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