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How to install "Tinkers' Construct"

Tinker a little, modify all the tools, build a smeltery, then tinker a little more. The classic modular tool mod.

Author

KnightMiner

Downloads

2.8M

Last Updated

Jan 12, 2026

License

MIT

Mod Loaders

Forge NeoForge

Minecraft Versions

1.20.1 1.19.2 1.18.2 1.16.5 1.12.2 1.7.10
equipment magic technology

Quick Install ID

#tinkers-construct

Install Tinkers' Construct in GDLauncher

Tinkers' Construct runs on Forge, NeoForge. Pick whichever your existing instance uses, or create a new one. GDLauncher installs the correct loader automatically.

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 Tinkers' Construct supports (1.20.1, 1.19.2, 1.18.2 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #tinkers-construct, find Tinkers' Construct 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 Tinkers' Construct supports (1.20.1, 1.19.2, 1.18.2 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #tinkers-construct, find Tinkers' Construct 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 Tinkers' Construct supports. As of the latest release, 1.20.1, 1.19.2, 1.18.2 are supported. Tinkers' Construct supports multiple loaders (Forge, NeoForge); 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 Tinkers' Construct free?

Yes. Tinkers' Construct is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Tinkers' Construct support?

Tinkers' Construct supports Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.19.2, 1.18.2, 1.16.5, 1.12.2, 1.7.10. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Tinkers' Construct require Forge or Fabric?

Tinkers' Construct supports Forge, NeoForge. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.

How do I install Tinkers' Construct?

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

Who made Tinkers' Construct?

Tinkers' Construct is made by KnightMiner. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/mod/tinkers-construct).

Need help?

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

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