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Sword Optimizer

Processes sword swings instantly on your screen instead of waiting for the server, removing combat lag on high ping.

Fabric
Loaders
Fabric
Downloads on Modrinth
8.8K
Followers on Modrinth
4
version
1
Updated
May 24, 2026May 24
Published
in 2026

At a glance

Runs on Fabric
For Minecraft 1.21.9–1.21.11
Client only — no need to install it on the server
Latest version — v0.5.0-beta from May 24, 2026
License MIT — free
Where it's needed
In gamerequiredOn servernot needed

Install in the game only; not needed on the server

Game versions1.21.9–1.21.11

Sword Optimizer

Sword Optimizer is a lightweight Minecraft mod that makes sword combat feel smoother and more responsive by processing sword swings instantly on the client side instead of waiting for the server response.

The mod keeps the vanilla combat feel while reducing the delay between clicking and seeing your attack.

Features

  • Instant sword swing processing
  • Smoother combat feel
  • Vanilla-friendly
  • Lightweight and optimized
  • Multiplayer compatible

Status

First public release — still WIP, but fully functional.

Requirements

  • Java 21 or Higher
  • Fabric Loader (forge coming soon!)
  • Minecraft 1.21.9-1.21.11
  • YetAnotherConfigLib v3
  • Mod Menu (optional, only if you want to change settings)

FAQ

How to install Sword Optimizer?

Install Fabric for your Minecraft version, download Sword Optimizer 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 Sword Optimizer support?

Sword Optimizer has builds for Minecraft 1.21.9–1.21.11.

Is Sword Optimizer needed on the server?

Client only — no need to install it on the server

License and source
MIT Licensefree to use and share with credit to the author
Original — Modrinth↗Files unchanged, verified with SHA-512Is this your mod? For rights holders

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