How to Get Coloured Text in Minecraft Using § Color Codes
Want to make your Minecraft text stand out with cool colours, bold styles, and even glitch effects? In this guide, we will walk you through exactly how to get custom text formatting in both Minecraft Java and Bedrock Edition. It is a simple trick that works great in books, chat, and more. Let’s jump right in!
What You Can Do With Minecraft Color Codes
Using special color codes, you can completely change how your text looks in Minecraft. Here are some of the effects you can add:
- Change the colour of your text
- Make text bold
- Add a cool glitch effect
- Use italics for stylish writing
These effects work wonderfully in books and can even be used to rename items on an anvil.
Step 1: Get the Section Sign (§)
The first thing you need is a special character called the section sign, which looks like this: §. This little symbol is what unlocks all the colour and formatting effects.
If you cannot find the section sign on your keyboard, the easiest thing to do is search “section sign” on Google. Once you find it, simply copy the character so you can paste it into Minecraft later.
Step 2: Open a Book
Now open up a book in Minecraft. A quick tip: signs will not work with this method because they revert back to black text (you actually need dye to colour signs). Books, however, work perfectly, so we recommend using them.
Step 3: Paste the Section Sign and Add a Code
Once your book is open, paste the section sign into the page. To do this:
- Press Ctrl + V on Windows
- Press Command + V on Mac
You will notice that nothing seems to appear right away, and that is totally fine! Next, you need to add a colour code or letter directly after the sign. For example, typing the number 3 will make your text a nice blue colour. After that, just type your message and watch it change colour.
Step 4: Add Extra Effects Like Bold and Glitch
You can stack different effects on top of each other for even cooler results. Here are a couple of examples:
- Paste the section sign and add L to make your text bold
- Paste the section sign and add K to create a fun glitch effect
By combining these codes, you can mix colours and styles to make your text truly unique.
Step 5: Rename Items With Coloured Text
Here is a bonus trick! You can also use these color codes on an anvil to rename your items. Just place an anvil down, paste the section sign, add your chosen letter (for example D for purple), and type your item name. When you apply it, your item will have a colourful custom name. Super cool!
Final Thoughts
And that is all there is to it! With just the section sign and a few simple codes, you can add colours, bold text, italics, and glitch effects to your Minecraft world. It is a fantastic way to personalise your books and items in both Java and Bedrock Edition.
If you found this guide helpful, why not try experimenting with all the different color codes to find your favourite combinations? Happy crafting!
