The elusive name tag stands as a valuable item for identifying and personalizing your favorite mobs in the expansive world of Minecraft. This tutorial, complete with step-by-step instructions and helpful screenshots, will guide you on the journey to acquiring and using name tags in Survival mode.
How to Get a Name Tag in Survival Mode
There are two primary ways to obtain a name tag in Survival mode, each offering a unique adventure.
1. Find a Chest in a Dungeon
The first method involves exploring dungeons, mysterious underground structures that hold treasures and challenges alike.
- Locate a Dungeon: Dungeons are identifiable as small rooms with a central monster spawner, cobblestone, and mossy cobblestone walls. To find a dungeon, dig underground, or switch to Spectator mode for a quick underground exploration. [Insert Image: Dungeon in Spectator Mode]
- Discover Chests: Once inside a dungeon, keep an eye out for chests. Chests contain various items, and if luck is on your side, you’ll find a coveted name tag among other valuable items. [Insert Image: Dungeon Chest with Name Tag]
- Move to Inventory: Grab the name tag from the chest and ensure it’s safely moved to your inventory. A name tag is a rare item, so treasure it for later use.
2. Find a Chest in the Nether Fortress
The second method involves traversing the Nether, a perilous dimension, to uncover Nether fortresses and their hidden treasures.
- Enter the Nether: If you haven’t ventured into the Nether, construct a Nether portal for interdimensional travel. [Insert Image: Nether Portal]
- Find a Nether Fortress: In the Nether, search for a Nether fortress resembling a castle. These fortresses often contain chests with valuable loot. [Insert Image: Nether Fortress]
- Explore Chests: Delve into the fortress and locate chests. Open them to reveal their contents. With luck, you’ll find a name tag waiting for you. [Insert Image: Nether Fortress Chest with Name Tag]
- Secure the Name Tag: Move the name tag to your inventory, ensuring it’s safely stored for future use.
Command for Name Tag
For those who prefer a more direct approach, the /give command in Minecraft is the solution. For Java Edition versions 1.13 and above, use the command:
/give @p name_tag 1For Java Edition versions 1.8 to 1.12, use:
/give @p name_tag 1 0For Pocket Edition, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10 Edition, and Education Edition, use:
/give @p name_tag 1 0Supported Platforms
Name tags are available across various platforms, including Java Edition, Pocket Edition, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, PS4, Wii U, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10 Edition, and Education Edition.
