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Shadow Config

Extensible configuration library for mods, designed to simplify config management with many functions and multiple file extensions

by ShadowKing21_LibraryManagement
FabricNeoForgeForge
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FabricNeoForgeForge
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Updated
June 14, 2026Jun 14
Published
in 2026
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This is a library — other mods need it, and it adds nothing to the game by itselfRequired by 1 mods. Download it if another mod needs it.

At a glance

A library: other mods need it — required by 1 mods
Runs on Fabric, NeoForge and Forge
For Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.21–1.21.1 …
Works on either side — install it in the game, on the server, or both
Latest version — 1.2-1.12.2 from June 14, 2026
License CC-BY-4.0 — free
Where it's needed
In gameoptionalOn serveroptional

Works both in the game and on the server — install where you need it

Game versions1.12.2, 1.20.1, 1.21–1.21.1

Shadow Config is a lightweight configuration library for mods, focused on clarity, automation, and minimalism.

Supported file extensions: 
- JSON
- JSONC
- TOML
- YAML

Example:

One config in different formats

RandomConfig preview

It provides:

  • Automatic config migration without versioning or manual mapping
  • Comment injection via annotations for readable, documented configs
  • Jackson-based serialization with full support for nested structures, lists, and primitives
  • Format-agnostic output with clean formatting and optional comment preservation
  • Minimal runtime footprint, designed for integration into mod ecosystems without overhed
  • Multiple loaders support for cross loader mods development

FAQ

How to install Shadow Config?

Install Fabric for your Minecraft version, download Shadow Config for the same version and loader, put the file into the mods folder and launch the game with the loader profile.

Which Minecraft versions does Shadow Config support?

Shadow Config has builds for Minecraft 1.12.2, 1.20.1, 1.21–1.21.1.

Is Shadow Config needed on the server?

Works on either side — install it in the game, on the server, or both

License and source
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Internationalfree to share with credit to the author and the license
Original — Modrinth↗Files unchanged, verified with SHA-512Is this your mod? For rights holders

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