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MCEdit 1.0 supports Minecraft Java Edition versions 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, and 1.11, plus Forge 1.7. Bedrock, Windows 10, Xbox, PS4, and Pocket editions are explicitly listed as not supported. If you play on any of those platforms, MCEdit cannot edit your world.

Supported and unsupported versions at a glance

This list comes from the MCEdit 1.0 download page on mcedit.net. It reflects the versions the tool was built and tested against, not a guarantee that later Java releases will work.

Why the version matters

MCEdit is a saved-game editor, not a mod that runs inside Minecraft. It reads the world save files Minecraft writes to disk, lets you modify blocks and terrain in a 3D view, and writes the result back. Because the save format and block definitions change between Minecraft releases, a version the editor doesn't recognize can produce broken or unreadable worlds. That is why the site ties each download to a specific supported range rather than claiming universal compatibility.

A practical example: if your world was created in Java 1.12 or later, it falls outside the listed 1.7–1.11 range. Before opening it, make a backup copy of the save folder, then test on the copy first. If the editor fails to load or save it correctly, you'll still have the original.

MCEdit 2 is a separate download

MCEdit 2 is a full rewrite of the tool, not an update to the 1.0 line. The site describes it as having entered Beta status in September 2016, with most vital features implemented, Mac OS X downloads available, and block knowledge updated for Minecraft 1.10. Plugin documentation is also provided for people extending it.

Treat the two as distinct products:

• MCEdit 1.0 — the stable legacy editor, with the explicit Java 1.7–1.11 and Forge 1.7 support list above.
• MCEdit 2 — a beta rewrite with its own feature set and its own version coverage, which you should confirm on its download page rather than assume matches 1.0.

How to check before you commit

1. Note your exact Minecraft edition and version (Java vs. Bedrock, and the release number).
2. Open the Download page on mcedit.net and read the version note attached to the specific build you intend to use.
3. Back up your world save folder before the first edit.
4. Test on the backup copy, then verify the world loads correctly in Minecraft afterward.

If your version isn't on the supported list, the safe conclusion is that MCEdit is not the right tool for that world — don't rely on a partial match.

MCEdit 2 is the current line of development and entered Beta in September 2016, after most of its vital features had been implemented. MCEdit 1.x is now described on mcedit.net as the "legacy codebase." The two are not parallel products: MCEdit 2 is a thorough rewrite of the original editor, so the site treats 1.x as the older branch and 2.x as where active work happens.

How the two versions relate

The site frames the rewrite as an evolution rather than a replacement of the tool's purpose: MCEdit has been a saved-game editor since 2010, and because Minecraft saves contain every element of the world, it works more like a 3D world, map, and terrain editor than a traditional save editor.

What the development record shows

The site's recent-posts list is the clearest signal of momentum and cadence:

• Sep 10, 2016 — MCEdit 2 Beta announced; issue reports of any kind invited.
• Oct 10, 2015 — Development Digest 3, which introduced Free Rotation in MCEdit 2.0 via a demo video.
• May 9, 2015 — Development Digest 2, covering several months of work with screenshots.
• Earlier — Development Digest 1 and the 2.0.0-alpha1 release.

Two things follow from this. First, updates arrive as periodic digests plus release announcements rather than a fixed schedule. Second, the Beta post notes that MCEdit's knowledge of blocks and block types had been updated for Minecraft 1.10 — a reminder that the editor's usefulness depends on keeping pace with game versions.

Which version to use

• Choose MCEdit 2 if you want the actively developed editor, plugin support, and features added during the rewrite such as Free Rotation. Accept that it is a Beta and that the site asks users to report issues.
• Choose MCEdit 1.x only if you specifically need the legacy codebase — for example, to match an existing workflow or plugin setup built around it. The site itself files it under "Other tools," which signals reduced emphasis rather than abandonment.
• Check version support first. The download page lists Java 1.7 through 1.11 and Forge 1.7 as supported, and states that Bedrock, Windows 10, Xbox, PS4, and Pocket are not supported. Neither branch is presented as covering those platforms.

Practical caveats

The Beta announcement is dated 2016, and the most recent post shown is from the same period, so treat "Beta" as the last documented state on the site rather than a claim about today. For current build availability, issue reporting, and plugin documentation, use the Download, Documentation, and Report Issue links in the site navigation. MCEdit is a third-party utility and is not affiliated with Minecraft, Mojang AB, or Microsoft.

MCEdit is a saved-game editor for Minecraft that works on the world as a whole rather than on individual items or stats. Because a Minecraft save contains every element of the world, the site describes MCEdit as closer to a 3D world, map, and terrain editor than a traditional save editor. You can use it to open a world and edit its terrain and blocks directly. The site lists support for Java Edition 1.7 through 1.11 and Forge 1.7; Bedrock, Windows 10, Xbox, PS4, and Pocket editions are listed as not supported.

What MCEdit actually edits

The key mechanism is that MCEdit reads the saved world files, so any change you make applies to the world itself, not to a character's inventory or progress. The site frames this as the reason the tool behaves like a terrain editor: you are working on the 3D world, its map, and its terrain.

A practical example: if you want to reshape a large area of terrain or move a build, you are working at the world level, which is the kind of task MCEdit is built for. For small in-game changes, a world editor is usually more than you need.

What the site says about versions and features

The site also notes that MCEdit's knowledge of blocks and block types was updated for Minecraft 1.10, and that documentation for plugin authors is available through the Documentation link.

Who it is for, and what to check first

MCEdit suits players who want to edit a saved Java world at the terrain or map level, and it has a plugin ecosystem for those who want to extend it. Before downloading, confirm two things: your Minecraft version is in the supported Java list, and you are editing a saved game rather than expecting in-game commands. The site is explicit that MCEdit is a third-party utility and is not affiliated with Minecraft, Mojang AB, or Microsoft.

The site does not state pricing or login requirements for downloads, so check the Download page directly rather than assuming free access. If you use Bedrock or a console edition, MCEdit is not an option according to the site's own compatibility list.

MCEdit is a third-party saved-game editor for Minecraft, and mcedit.net is its official site. It is not a Minecraft mod, server, or hosting service: it edits the world save files on your computer, which is why the site describes it as closer to a 3D world, map, and terrain editor than a traditional save editor. The site is the place to download it, read documentation, report issues, and find the source code. It is not affiliated with Minecraft, Mojang AB, or Microsoft.

What the site provides

The homepage also carries donation links (PayPal and Patreon) and a post archive. The site does not state pricing for the tool itself, so do not assume from the donation links that it is free or paid — check the Download page for the current terms.

Version lines and Minecraft support

MCEdit has two lines. The 1.x line is described as the legacy codebase. MCEdit 2 is a thorough rewrite that entered Beta in September 2016, with Mac OS X downloads added at that point.

The download page lists supported Minecraft versions for MCEdit 1.0:

• Java Edition: 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, and Forge 1.7
• Bedrock, Windows 10, Xbox, PS4, Pocket: not supported

That list is what the page states for 1.0. If you play a newer Java version, check the Download page and recent posts before assuming compatibility — the site's own news notes that block knowledge was updated for Minecraft 1.10 during the 2.0 beta period.

When MCEdit is the right tool

Use MCEdit when you want to change an existing world save directly — for example, to edit terrain or structures across a large area rather than placing blocks one at a time in-game. Because it works on the save file, the practical steps are: locate your world save, open it in MCEdit, make edits, save, and then load the world in Minecraft to verify the result.

Skip it if you play Bedrock, Windows 10, Xbox, PS4, or Pocket editions, since the download page lists those as unsupported. Also skip it if you need a tool that is officially supported by Mojang or Microsoft; MCEdit is explicitly a third-party utility.

Practical notes before you start

• Back up your world first. A save editor writes to your world data, so keep a copy before editing.
• Match versions. Confirm your Minecraft Java version against the supported list above; a mismatch is the most likely reason a world won't open or edits look wrong.
• Expect beta behavior in 2.x. The site invites issue reports of any kind for the 2.0 beta, which signals that problems are still being found and fixed.
• Plugin authors should start with the Documentation link, which the site says is underway for plugin authors.

For the current download files, supported versions, and any changes since the posts above, go to the Download and Documentation pages on mcedit.net rather than relying on the homepage summary.

MCEdit's official site, mcedit.net, is the place to go for all three tasks. Its top navigation has Download, Documentation, Report Issue, and Source Code links, so you can reach the download page, the docs, and the issue tracker from the same menu. Before you download, check which version you need: MCEdit 1.0 and MCEdit 2 Beta are separate downloads, and the site lists different Minecraft version support for each.

Downloading MCEdit

The site offers two download paths, and the right one depends on the Minecraft version you play.

The site also states that Bedrock, Windows 10, Xbox, PS4, and Pocket editions are not supported. If you play on one of those platforms, neither download will work for your world.

To download, open mcedit.net and select Download in the top navigation, then choose the MCEdit 1.0 or MCEdit 2 Beta option that matches your Java version. The page does not list prices or payment requirements for the downloads, so treat cost and any login requirements as unconfirmed rather than assuming they are free or unrestricted.

MCEdit 2 Beta status

The site's September 10, 2016 post says most vital features are implemented and MCEdit 2 has entered Beta, with issues of any kind welcome. The same post notes Mac OS X downloads are now available and that documentation for plugin authors is underway. If you plan to write plugins, check the Documentation link for that material rather than relying on the main download page.

Finding documentation

Select Documentation in the top navigation. The site points plugin authors there, and the Beta post confirms plugin-author documentation is being developed at that link. For general use, the same Documentation section is the starting point; the page does not describe a separate manual beyond it.

Reporting issues

Select Report Issue in the top navigation to reach the issue-reporting channel. The Beta announcement explicitly invites reports "of any kind," so bugs and other problems with MCEdit 2 Beta can go through that link. The site also lists a Source Code link if you want to inspect or contribute to the code instead.

What else the site offers

• Home and About for the project background: MCEdit is a saved-game editor for Minecraft, developed since 2010 and described as closer to a 3D world/map/terrain editor than a traditional save editor. It is a third-party utility not affiliated with Minecraft, Mojang AB, or Microsoft.
• Links for related resources, plus Donate via PayPal and Donate via Patreon options and a Patreon support link.
• Recent Posts covering MCEdit 2 development digests and the 2.0.0-alpha1 release, useful if you want to track what changed between builds.

One practical caution: because MCEdit 1.0 and MCEdit 2 Beta target different Minecraft versions, confirm your Java edition version against the table above before downloading, and back up your world before editing it with either build.