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How to install "Building But Better"

A mod expanding upon building shapes and flexibility

Author

crispytwig

Downloads

2.7M

Last Updated

Feb 15, 2026

License

LicenseRef-Starfish-License

Mod Loaders

Fabric Forge

Minecraft Versions

1.20.1
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Quick Install ID

#building-but-better

Install Building But Better in GDLauncher

Building But Better runs on Fabric, Forge. 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 Building But Better supports (1.20.1 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #building-but-better, find Building But Better 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 Building But Better supports (1.20.1 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #building-but-better, find Building But Better 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 Building But Better supports. As of the latest release, 1.20.1 are supported. Building But Better supports multiple loaders (Fabric, Forge); 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 Building But Better free?

Yes. Building But Better is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Building But Better support?

Building But Better supports Minecraft 1.20.1. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Building But Better require Forge or Fabric?

Building But Better supports Fabric, Forge. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.

How do I install Building But Better?

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

Who made Building But Better?

Building But Better is made by crispytwig. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/mod/building-but-better).

Need help?

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

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