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How to Change the Minecraft Java Edition Version๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿฝโ€๐Ÿ’ปโ€‹

MinecraftยทMarch 22, 2026ยท15 min read

Hello, community of HolyHosting! ๐Ÿ‘‹

Today we bring you a super useful tutorial for all Minecraft lovers. We know that with each new version, the variety of servers and available versions can be confusing. But don't worry, we're here to help you navigate this sea of options! ๐ŸŒŠ

(Note that this is not a tutorial on how to change the server version of Minecraft)

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How to Change the Minecraft Java Edition Version

Whether you want to use mods, wait for plugin updates, or simply relive the nostalgia of previous versions, here we show you how to do it without getting lost.

Open the Minecraft Java Edition launcher ๐Ÿ“ฅ.

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At the top, go to Installations ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ.

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Press New Installation โž•.

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Select an icon and a name for your installation ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ.

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Open the dropdown menu for Version and choose the one you want ๐Ÿ“œ.

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Once configured, press Create ๐Ÿš€.

Done! Now you can see your new installation in the Installations tab. To start playing, just hover over your installation and press Play ๐ŸŽฎ.

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Sometimes you'll want to edit or manage your installations. Here's how:

  • Search and Sort ๐Ÿ”: Use the search bar and sorting options to find your installation easily.

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  • Version Filters ๐Ÿ“‚: Filter by version to see only the ones you're interested in.

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  • Open Directory ๐Ÿ“: Hover over a version and press Open Directory to access the installation files. Ideal for installing mods.

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  • More Options โš™๏ธ: Edit, duplicate, or delete a version according to your needs.

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Solutionโœ”๏ธโ€‹: Use the search bar or version filters to locate it quickly.

Understanding how to manage and change Minecraft versions is crucial for a smooth gaming experience. Some servers use ViaVersion to allow connections from different versions, but when this is not available, it's essential that the server version matches your device's.

Remember to give unique names to your installations to easily differentiate them. Also, you can adjust advanced settings like RAM allocation or resolution! With this knowledge, you're ready to explore all Minecraft versions and dive into the action. ๐ŸŒโš”๏ธ

We hope this guide has been useful and remember, don't hesitate to ask on HolyHosting Discordย or contact our support team. Follow us on Twitter (@HolyHosting) to stay up to date.

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