SquatShield

SquatShield is a Fabric client-side mod that changes the shield blocking trigger from right-click to the sneak key (default Shift), aligning with the common control scheme used in Bedrock Edition.

by M0onesyGame mechanics

Fabric

Loaders: Fabric
Downloads on Modrinth: 472
Followers on Modrinth: 0
version: 1
Updated: February 24, 2026Feb 24
Published: in 2026

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Crouch and hold the shield — Press the Shift key to raise the shield, replacing the original right-click to hold shield logic. · swipe

At a glance

Runs on Fabric

For Minecraft 1.21.6–1.21.11

Client only — no need to install it on the server

Latest version — 1.0.0 from February 24, 2026

License CC0-1.0 — free

Where it's needed

In gamerequiredOn servernot needed

Install in the game only; not needed on the server

Game versions1.21.6–1.21.11

SquatShield is a Fabric client-side mod that changes the shield blocking trigger from right-click to the sneak key (default Shift), bringing it in line with the common control habits of Bedrock Edition.

FAQ

How to install SquatShield?

Install Fabric for your Minecraft version, download SquatShield 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 SquatShield support?

SquatShield has builds for Minecraft 1.21.6–1.21.11.

Is SquatShield needed on the server?

Client only — no need to install it on the server

License and source

Creative Commons Zero v1.0 Universalfree to use and share with credit to the author

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