Minecraft /item command
Places, copies or transforms an item in a specific inventory or armor slot.
Syntax
/item replace entity <targets> <slot> with <item> [<count>]
/item replace block <pos> <slot> with <item> [<count>]
/item modify entity <targets> <slot> <modifier>
Parts in square brackets are optional, parts in angle brackets are required. You do not type the brackets: Put your own value in their place.
Arguments
| Argument | What it does |
|---|---|
| <slot> | Slot name: weapon.mainhand, armor.head, hotbar.0, container.5 and so on. |
| replace / modify | Overwrites the slot or applies a modifier from a data pack. |
Examples
/item replace entity @s armor.head with diamond_helmet
Puts a diamond helmet on your head.
/item replace entity @s weapon.mainhand with air
Deletes the item in your hand.
/item replace block ~ ~-1 ~ container.0 with diamond 5
Puts 5 diamonds in the first slot of the chest under your feet.
Good to know
- give adds to the inventory, while item changes the slot you choose: That is the difference.
- It replaced the replaceitem command in 1.17.
How do I run this command?
Press T in game to open chat (or press / directly), type the command and press Enter. While typing, Tab completes the options. This command counts as a cheat: It needs cheats enabled in a singleplayer world, and operator permission on a server (operator (level 2)).
Related commands
🎒 More Item commands
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